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02 2017 EDUCATION Flexco Europe GmbH

Decision-makers often do not see the long-term savings

Rosenfeld | Germany

TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Syncrude‘s Mobile Equipment Events Synthesis Solution increases equipment uptime

OSIsoft Europe GmbH

A Data-Driven Logistics Strategy Helps ArcelorMittal Meet Increased Production Target

OSIsoft Europe GmbH

Wirtgen surface miners: Titans in Texas

Wirtgen Group

Wirtgen Recycler 3800 CR: 100 miles – day and night

Wirtgen Group

Frankfurt/M. | Germany Frankfurt/M. | Germany Windhagen | Germany

Windhagen | Germany

US milling service provider relies on Wirtgen’s premium, full-service package Compact versatility with excellent references - both above and below ground

Wirtgen Group Windhagen | Germany

Sandvik Mining and Construction Essen | Germany

Sandvik Mining and Construction

esco extracts the eons

Essen | Germany

Sandvik Mining and Construction

High performing mobile scalping solution developed for fines separation

Essen | Germany

CDE and Metso announce collaboration in India

CDE Global Ltd.

CDE elected to Board of CDRA, North America

CDE Global Ltd.

CDE and EUROVIA to host demonstration event in Slovakia

CDE Global Ltd.

CDE develops major glass sand project in Tunisia for giant producer SMETRAM

CDE Global Ltd.

UK launch of Bell B20E brings ROI opportunities for housebuilders

Bell Equipment (United Kingdom)

ReMan - the Bell ‚circle of life‘

Bell Equipment Southern Africa

Bell Loaders drive production costs down at Flanders Quarry

Bell Equipment Southern Africa

The anticipated UK release of the Bell B40ton range of trucks has arrived

Bell Equipment Southern Africa

Six become eight, with the addition of two further Bell B40Ds at Banner

Bell Equipment Southern Africa

BARRACUDA makes coal mining in China safer and more efficient

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions

Greater than the sum of its parts

BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG

CTT 2017 demonstrates stability in a challenging market

Messe München GmbH

Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland Northern Ireland

Staffordshire | United Kingdom

Southern Africa

Southern Africa Southern Africa Southern Africa

Essen | Germany

Beckum | Germany

München | Germany

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02 2017 NEWS & REPORTS EDUCATION A real BOOM BEUMER Group develops a mobile App

BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG Beckum | Germany

RM GO! Smart RUBBLE MASTER enhances service with App

RUBBLE MASTER HMH GmbH

New dimensions in the mobile crushing technology

Rockster North America Inc.

Keestrack reveals ist new webshop

Keestrack N.V.

Zinkgruvan Mining aims for continued stable production by signing new service agreement with Metso

Metso Corporation

Linz | Austria

USA

The assembly capacity of Lokotrack crushing plants in Tampere is to be enhanced

International

Metso Corporation International

The WIRTGEN GROUP to join with DEERE & COMPANY

Wirtgen Group

D + H Verwertung place their confidence in three mobile screening and crushing plants from Kleemann

Kleemann GmbH

Windhagen | Germany

Göppingen | Germany

Kleemann introduces new mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN MS 952 EVO

Kleemann GmbH

New mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN EVO from Kleemann

Kleemann GmbH

Göppingen | Germany

MB Crusher S.p.A.

Making the most of history with the MB CRUSHER BF90.3 Crusher bucket

Fara Vicentino | Italy

MB CRUSHER presented its crushing and screening attachments at Intermat Asean 2017

MB Crusher S.p.A.

From now on, on-site separation will cost less

MB Crusher S.p.A.

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MB Crusher S.p.A.

Can MB CRUSHER be a solution fpr thecrossrail project in London?

Fara Vicentino | Italy

MB, WATCHWORD: “Traffic must not be interrupted”

MB Crusher S.p.A.

Datong Coal Mine Group Orders Cat ® Armored Face Conveyor System for Longwall Top Coal

CATERPILLAR INC.

Shaping the Construction Site of the Future

CATERPILLAR INC.

Ritchie Bros. and Caterpillar Strategic Alliance Launches

CATERPILLAR INC.

Caterpillar and Westrac-China Win Large Hydraulic Excavator Deal in Inner Mongolia, China

CATERPILLAR INC.

Job Site Solutions Drives Maximum Efficiency

CATERPILLAR INC.

Building the “Best Team” for the Industrial Digital Age

CATERPILLAR INC.

Fara Vicentino | Italy

International

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02 2017 NEWS & REPORTS EDUCATION Trimble Introduces the Next Generation of Loader Onboard Scales for Aggregates

Trimble Inc.

Volvo CE unveils 100% electric compact excavator prototype

Volvo Construction Equipment

Going underground at Perryfield

Volvo Construction Equipment

RJT Excavations Ltd - looking to the long haul with Volvo Construction Equipment

Volvo Construction Equipment

Meet Brauncewell‘s new prime mover

Volvo Construction Equipment

A machine for all Reasons

Volvo Construction Equipment

From ‚E‘ Media to ‚E‘ Machine

Volvo Construction Equipment

CASE at Steinexpo

CASE Construction Equipment

An increased offering with CASE’s New CX245D SR excavator

CASE Construction Equipment

Personnel Decisions Ensure Continuity for the Future Following Takeover of the Hornschuch Group

ContiTech AG

Continental has its Finger on the Pulse for 70 Years

ContiTech AG

ContiTech Presents Digital Solutions for the Conveyor Industry

ContiTech AG

Power Transmission Group: ContiTech Timing Belts Optimizing Pump Technology

ContiTech AG

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International

International International International

International

Hannover | Germany

Hannover | Germany Hannover | Germany Hannover | Germany

Growth strategy ‘CST 2025’: Continental strengthens its customer –oriented approach with two new field engineers

Continental

ContiTech Presents Highly Accurate Measurement Technology and the Strongest Steel Cord Conveyor Belt in the World

ContiTech AG

Intelligent Drive Belts Enable Preventive Maintenance and Reduced Maintenance Outlay

ContiTech AG

ContiTech’s Sicon Conveyor Belt System Recognizes Changes in Operating Conditions Early On

ContiTech AG

Radar Sensor for Intelligent Solutions in Industrial Applications

Continental

Hannover | Germany

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02 2017 NEWS & REPORTS EDUCATION Foundation works on former brewery site: Bauer constructed the excavation pits for the Berlin Schultheiss Quartier

Bauer Maschinen GmbH

BAUER Maschinen received thousands of visitors at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG trade fair

Bauer Maschinen GmbH

In-house exhibition of BAUER Maschinen Group expanded into a whole new dimension

Bauer Maschinen GmbH

Milestone in the remediation of the Kesslergrube landfill: Bauer finishes largediameter boreholes

Bauer Maschinen GmbH

Schrobenhausen | Germany

Schrobenhausener Tage“ symposium focused on building renovation projects, technical innovations Bauer Maschinen GmbH Schrobenhausen | Germany and changing values Bauer Foundations Australia constructs foundation for luxury resort hotel in Sydney Harbor

Bauer Maschinen GmbH

Bauer Resources wins contract for largescale soil remediation in the „Schwarze Pumpe“ industrial area

Bauer Maschinen GmbH

Schrobenhausen | Germany

Komatsu acquires Joy Global to expand mining business

Komatsu Ltd.

steinexpo 2017 – Young big thinkers rock the future – and start with steinexpo

Geoplan GmbH

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Iffezheim | Germany

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EDUCATION

Philippe Rosenfelder, Sales Manager at Flexco Europe GmbH:

Flexco Europe GmbH Rosenfeld | Germany

“Decision-makers often do not see the long-term savings”

nterview with Philippe Rosenfelder, Sales Manager at Flexco Europe GmbH about the current markt situation “Decision-makers often do not see the long-term savings”.

The Flexco XP mechanical fasteners are suitable for solid woven and PVC conveyor belts up to a strength of 3,500 kN/m. (Photo: Flexco Europe GmbH)

1. Mr. Rosenfelder, how important is the mining industry to Flexco and what challenges have to be overcome in this sector? We are one of the world‘s leading suppliers of mechanical fastening systems for light and heavy-duty conveyors. Our solutions are used in a wide range of different industries. Amongst the heavy-duty applications, the mining industry is extremely important. We see tremendous potential for us to develop further in this industry. This is because conditions for man and machine are often very harsh, particularly in underground mining. It can be as cold as the Arctic or as hot as the desert. Users of conveyor

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belt systems in this extreme environment must not only be able to improve their processes but also considerably simplify maintenance and repair work. A machine failure can have critical consequences in these surroundings. However, many of the end customers’ decision-makers shy away from investing in solutions which will enable them to operate their systems more economically. They often only have an eye on the costs but do not see the long-term savings. It is a challenge for us to convince operators that they will be able to work more profitably in the long term with our systems.

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EDUCATION 2. How do you make sure with your mechanical fasteners that maintenance and repair work on the conveyor belt systems in mines is always carried out quickly and with the same quality? What role does vulcanisation play? Vulcanisation is a very effective process. We differentiate between “cold” and “hot” vulcanisation. The hot version gives the fastener very high tensile strength. However, the problem is that the process can take several hours. Also, the ends of the belt must be pre-prepared and specially treated. It is sometimes impossible for older and worn belts to be joined. Furthermore, the tools required for the process are difficult to handle. We also achieve high tensile strength with our mechanical fasteners. In doing so, it is necessary to choose the right systems for the plant and the conveyor belt and to install them correctly. Our solutions then last much longer than many people think. Many users still think that mechanical fasteners are only temporary, and as soon as the system shuts down the service engineers vulcanise the ends of the belt. They underestimate the quality that we can offer with our solutions. A major advantage is also the time-saving: depending on the type of belt and the width, our fasteners can be installed very quickly. This is a great advantage. We work together with local distributors to enable us to provide the best advice and support for the end customer.

3. What requirements does the industry place on conveyor belt fasteners today and how is Flexco responding to this? Faults and machine stoppages on belt conveyor systems frequently lead to long down times. Production and delivery can be completely disrupted. For many operators in the mining industry, this can be expensive with regard to international competition. If conveyor belts are damaged, for the most part, service personnel, who are not always quickly available on site, are required to carry out the repair. This shows how important a reliable, easy-to-install fastener with high tensile strength is. With our new XP range, we have developed mechanical fasteners which meet this difficult challenge in the mining industry and prevent unplanned stoppages of belt conveyor systems.

4. What distinguishes this new range and how, specifically, do your users benefit? XP fasteners have a very high tensile strength of up to 3,500 kN/m. The range is suitable both for PVC conveyor belts and for the more frequently used solid woven belts.

The Flexco XP mechanical fasteners are suitable for solid woven and PVC conveyor belts up to a strength of 3,500 kN/m. (Photo: Flexco Europe GmbH)

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EDUCATION Service staff are able to install the XP fasteners quite easily in these difficult conditions. A manual or hydraulic tool is used for assembly. Using hydraulics, joints can be produced with a consistently high pressure and loading on the side of the belt. We have presented our new fasteners live to visitors at the Ugol Rossii & Mining exhibition in the Russian town of Novokuznetsk and to customers on site.

5. What was behind this new development – do the operators always come directly to you? We do not expect operators to come to us with specific requests and requirements. We go to the customers. Our outside sales force is in permanent contact with them for this purpose. As an internationally leading provider of mechanical fastening system, we strive to meet users’ expectations. With the development of the XP fastener, we are able to offer a new solution.

6. How important to you are exhibitions such as the Ugol Rossii & Mining and what expectations do you have? In Russia, the Ugol Rossii & Mining is the most important exhibition in this sector. Many of our customers come as visitors. For us, the Ugol is a means of maintaining contact. However, we also get to know potential customers and are able to generate additional market share. In meetings with the users, they report on the challenges facing them, and we are able to offer appropriate solutions. In Novokuznetsk in Russia, the Flexco research team was present on site to analyse market trends and developments. Exhibitions such as the Ugol and the continuous exchange with the users help us to offer the best solutions for our customers and to carry out development with an eye on the future.

About Flexible Steel Lacing Company (FLEXCO) Flexible Steel Lacing Company (FLEXCO), headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois in the USA, is the leading international specialist for mechanical conveyor belt fastener systems, belt cleaners, belt positioners, impact beds and pulley lagging for light- and heavy-duty applications. With the company‘s innovative solutions, endusers can substantially reduce downtime and increase productivity. FLEXCO Europe GmbH is the German subsidiary of FLEXCO, and is headquartered in Rosenfeld, where the company currently has about 60 employees. For more information, see: www.flexco.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Flexco Europe GmbH Leidringer Str. 40-42 72348 Rosenfeld Deutschland www.flexco.com Press contact: Ingrid Mann Management Assistant & Marketing Service Tel. +49 711 945 4161-40 imann@flexco.com Agency: a1kommunikation Schweizer GmbH Tel. +49 7428 9406 176 info@a1kommunikation.de www.a1kommunikation.de

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OSIsoft in Oil sands, Mining and Transportion in action

OSIsoft Europe GmbH Frankfurt/M. | Germany

Syncrude‘s Mobile Equipment Events Synthesis Solution increases equipment uptime

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yncrude is one of the largest operators in Canada‘s growing oil sands industry with operations in the Athabasca Oil Sands where Syncrude operates two large-scale surface mines using truck and shovel techniques. Kyle Gogolinski, Process Control and Automation leader at Syncrude and Peter Wright, Head of Application Services team at Dexcent, introduced Syncrude‘s Mobile Equipment Events Synthesis solution for analysis and reporting of mechanical events and discussed its impacts on mobile equipment uptime, safety and operating costs.

Gogolinski began by describing the challenges that their soGogolinski began by describing the challenges that their solution would address. We run a 136-unit heavy hauler fleet with supporting equipment including shovels, graders and dozers. At the Athabasca site, oil sand ore deposits are remote and create a lot of distance for our haul trucks to cover. Operating conditions are harsh. In the winter, the climate goes down to minus 30oC or below, while in the summer, we get up to plus 35oC. Oil sand ore is essentially

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unbreakable when it‘s cold. When it‘s warm, the ore is sticky and quite malleable, but it‘s always abrasive. The wear factor on shovel teeth and buckets and even the haul truck body is significant. Finally, Syncrude recognized that seasoned reliability engineers who maintained the trucks were not going to work forever, and their knowledge would not be easily transferred.

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Operationalizing Syncrudeâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s Reliability Knowledge Base Syncrude has collected data from their haul trucks since the mid-1990s; however, business stakeholders used spreadsheets to analyze large sets of truck data. The process was too cumbersome and effort-intensive to generate timely information and intervention. The overall goal of the Mobile Equipment Event Synthesis (MEES) solution was to create an automated system that would leverage their reliability knowledge base to generate near real-time information that could be integrated with workflows in time to improve equipment uptime and reduce maintenance costs.

Syncrude realized right away that unless the business unit trusted MEES data, they would continue using their current procedures. In addition to delivering actionable information, some of the requirements that were identified included the ability to: 1. Control when calculations were executed. Syncrudeâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s haul trucks constantly move in and out of coverage areas. To ensure that there are no gaps in event computation, Syncrude needed to process data only when they were sure that the trucks were in a coverage zone and all necessary data could be retrieved.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY 2. Process large amounts of data. The average processing volumes during a pilot study were 1716 values/second with surge volumes being much higher. The supporting systems had to scale to ensure that required maintenance could be done in a timely manner. 3. Create standalone components for each use case to create independent evaluation, schedule tuning and overall solution maintenance.

Building and validating Syncrude‘s MEES solution With Dexcent® and OSIsoft®, Syncrude conducted a pilot program with the intent to overload supporting systems. After the pilot concluded, Syncrude determined that all risks and concerns were successfully addressed. For 44 tags/truck, the PI System was able to process the large volumes of data, and all use cases successfully implemented. In addition, events raised were inserted into a database, and single instance alarms and condition notifications were produced. After the pilot proved system capability, the production phase of the project validated the solution and use cases and then focused on the solution‘s: 1. Efficiency - to reduce execution time and increase performance. 2. Integrity - to increase trust in the process and information produced. 3. Effectiveness - implementing additional notifications, adding cumulative event handling and integrating maintenance and systems and processes

Use cases, initial benefits and future plans Wright described some of the initial use cases that were addressed including the engine, power train, frame, and steering areas and as well as the braking. For example, a use case could include a torque converter overheat with the GPS location so that road maintenance could be tracked all the way through to structural forces on the frames as the trucks were moving. Wright also described an unexpected use case. The safety team came to them saying they had concerns about dumping procedures. They were seeing injuries caused by operators not following procedure properly. The MEES team examined the sequence of events involved in the procedure and add it to production. Syncrude calculated fleet operating expense savings, $1675 per hour per unit. That equates to a $20 million annual operating cost avoidance and does not include lost production hours. They were also able to drive dumping procedure compliance up and reduce non-procedural dumping incidents by 85%. Gogolinski confirmed that Syncrude had effectively leveraged their reliability knowledge base and transformed reactive, time-intensive processes into automated and near real-time analysis, enabling them to achieve a higher level of mining equipment efficiency even in their harsh operating environments. „We focused primarily on use cases that ensured business value. We weren‘t looking for this low-hanging fruit stuff. We went for the expensive stuff at the top of the tree.“ - Peter Wright, Head of Application Services, Dexcent

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The Value of the PI System To stay competitive, companies must continually innovate, improve and streamline their operations. But accurately identifying how and where to improve operations can be extraordinarily challenging if the data that holds the answers is scattered among different incompatible systems, formats and processes. Enter the PI System and its ability to collect, analyze, visualize and share large amounts of high-fidelity, timeseries data from multiple sources to people and systems across all operations. By accessing key data and insights, the PI System has helped leading companies deliver greater operational improvements and breakthroughs that lead ultimately to comprehensive business transformation. That‘s the essence - and the power - of PI System operational intelligence.

PI System Capabilities Historical, real-time and predictive insights The PI System™ delivers a single, enterprise-wide data infrastructure that integrates, contextualizes and visualizes complex information in real time. • PI System Connections: Connection capabilities are an essential element of the PI System, allowing the collection of time-based data from a diversity of systems – at an unprecedented level of connectivity. The PI System‘s wide variety of connection capabilities include over 450 different interfaces enabling the PI System to access a huge diversity of operational and business data sources including SCADA, DCS, equipment, databases, text files and HTML pages. • PI Server™: The foundation of the PI System is the PI Server, which is surrounded by technologies that work together to optimize data storage, transformation and delivery throughout your enterprise. The PI Server includes sophisticated (but easy to use) calculation tools that transform raw data, combine data values from multiple systems into robust analyses, automate calculation of vital day-to-day metrics, and deliver new insights. • PI System Tools: The challenge is to get the right data to the right tool, in the right context to empower experts to make timely and impactful decisions. The PI System provides a suite of tools that take the complexity out of data access, visualization and analysis. With a full suite of configurable, off the shelf products, the PI System tools provide self-service access to the data where they need it and when they need it: tablet, phone or laptop.

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About OSIsoft OSIsoft, a global leader in operational intelligence, delivers an open enterprise infrastructure to connect sensor-based data, operations and people to enable real-time and actionable insights. As the maker of the PI System, OSIsoft empowers companies across a range of industries in activities such as exploration, extraction, production, generation, process and discrete manufacturing, distribution and services to leverage streaming data to optimize and enrich their businesses. For over thirty years, OSIsoft customers have embraced the PI System to deliver process, quality, energy, regulatory compliance, safety, security and asset health improvements across their operations. Founded in 1980, OSIsoft is a privately-held company, headquartered in San Leandro, California, U.S.A, with offices around the world. For more information: www.osisoft.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Reader contact: OSIsoft Europe GmbH Voltastr. 31 60486 Frankfurt/M. Tel.: +49-69 9515550 eMail: mpeterson@osisoft.com www.OSIsoft.de Press contact: Lermann Public Relations B2B PR & Content Marketing Tel.: +49 (0)8106-300 899 eMail: sylvia@lermann-pr.com www.lermann-pr.com

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OSIsoft in Mining, Transportion and Logistic in action

OSIsoft Europe GmbH Frankfurt/M. | Germany

A Data-Driven Logistics Strategy Helps ArcelorMittal Meet Increased Production Targets

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ines Canada is an integrated â&#x20AC;&#x17E;pit-to-portâ&#x20AC;&#x153; business that delivers iron ore products to the international steel market and its parent company, ArcelorMittal. Along with two open-pit mines and a pellet plant, Mines Canada also owns a private shipping port and a 420 km railway to push ore to market. In 2010, ArcelorMittal invested in an expansion project at the mine with the goal of increasing annual production from 16 Mt to 26-30 Mt. When the project culminated in 2012, the price of ore had dropped significantly. Mines Canada realized that they needed to find a way to push the extra tonnage through their transportation infrastructure without additional capital investment. Michel Plourde, Director of Systems, described how Mines Canada created an Enterprise Information Hub to make their supply chain more responsive to real-time production conditions and transform their business from a pure push operation to a client-driven, pull business.

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Plourde opened the talk by describing their supply chain and the challenges that their expansion project presented. „[Mines Canada] had been in business for roughly 54 years prior to [being] acquired“ by ArcelorMittal in 2008. „We haul ore from our production facilities [and] our mine areas along a 420-km railway out to the port...The port itself is man-made, completely excavated out of bedrock“ and presents „an interesting logistical challenge. There is only one loading facility“ and because the port was designed for smaller ships and cannot be modified, „you can‘t move multiple ships at a time - they just won‘t fit.“

„Building a business case for an adaptive supply chain Plourde continued, „We started realizing very quickly that over the last 10-15 years, we had geared our supply chain for a 13-16 million-ton operation.“ With a 23-30 millionton operation, their supply chain operations were going to cause severe bottlenecks. Plourde recalled, „We had to push the more ore through with no additional capital investment. All we could do was apply a bit of smarts to what we had and see what we could do.“

be able to adapt. We had to be much quicker at figuring out why we weren‘t delivering, why production targets weren‘t being met, or why we didn‘t have the right combination of ships, at the right time, at the port.“ Plourde described how the PI System was being used. „I understood what was happening in the mine, in the railway, but how could I make all this make sense to business decision-makers? We had to bring it up a level [and] align budget numbers, daily production targets - which came from our business systems to know where we were going off-track.“ Finally, he said, „it‘s much more than knowing it, it‘s knowing it fast enough to be able to react.“

Three steps to creating a data-driven supply chain Creating a consistent Enterprise Information Hub Mines Canada used the PI System to create „a way of getting data from multiple, disparate systems - including DCS‘s, PLC‘s, mining systems, mine planning systems, railway dispatching systems, etc - and having it run through a central hub.“ Plourde said, „we had to stop re-inventing the wheel and [integrate] off-the-shelf technologies to get this infrastructure going.“ Finally, integrating ERP systems was a key driver. „Pulling forecasting data from our SAP® systems can have significant impacts if you give it to an operator in the right context.“ Operations would know how their actions were making money at any given moment.

Plourde described their approach to resolving that challenge. „We realized that we really needed was some sort of architecture to transform the data we had into information [to make] the entire supply chain much more resilient. It had to Photo (OSIsoft Europe GmbH)

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had shift foremen and crews looking at this stuff off work hours and management coming in and looking at real-time KPI reports.“

Expected and unexpected Benefits and future plans Applying the right context „Context, for us, was key and the means to seeing the data properly. We created unit templates by taking all of our equipment, processes, different plants, modeling them in Asset Framework (AF)... and associating them with our own time-usage model.“ Plourde added, „I may not be getting adequate performance on a process or piece of equipment, but it may not matter - costing and value information, very important.“ Finally, they „needed a way to track events like downtime or excursions to start automating processes across the supply chain. Plourde indicated that Event Frames and AF were key to tracking events to „kick off different processes or different actions from people and even other systems.“

Visualizing information from anywhere and everywhere „All of the [information] is available to everyone. Absolutely no limitation. [Everybody] from the shift operator all the way to the CEO is looking at the same data... and [information] is plastered everywhere.“ PI Coresight became a no-brainer for us.“

Plourde concluded by saying, „So the challenge, again, to crank out 10 million additional tons and ship it. The solution? Use our existing PI System infrastructure and transform it into an Enterprise Data Hub to give that data more context in the right areas.“ He added that, „the basis of their transformation was making a difference in information collaboration with the PI System [and that] fully integrating the supply chain is still a work in progress.“

„The results? A new collaborative mindset was something a little unexpected. It was amazing to see how much people actually looked at [the data] from home and wanted to get involved. We met our targets in 2015. 26 million tons was quite a challenge for us and translated [to] about $120 million of additional revenue. We needed to push it out, and we got it done.“

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Plourde relayed, displays are „next to operator consoles [indicating] where they are relative to longer-term targets. [Operators] are able to react as things start to slide because they know exactly where they are in relation to their production targets. We‘ve

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„We needed to bridge the gap between operations and business systems. [When] an operator on the shop floor actually knows how he‘s contributing to the bottom line, pretty amazing things begin to happen.“ Michel Plourde Director of Systems ArcelorMittal Mines Canad

PI System Capabilities Historical, real-time and predictive insights

The Value of the PI System

The PI System™ delivers a single, enterprise-wide data infrastructure that integrates, contextualizes and visualizes complex information in real time.

To stay competitive, companies must continually innovate, improve and streamline their operations. But accurately identifying how and where to improve operations can be extraordinarily challenging if the data that holds the answers is scattered among different incompatible systems, formats and processes. Enter the PI System and its ability to collect, analyze, visualize and share large amounts of high-fidelity, timeseries data from multiple sources to people and systems across all operations. By accessing key data and insights, the PI System has helped leading companies deliver greater operational improvements and breakthroughs that lead ultimately to comprehensive business transformation.

• PI System Connections: Connection capabilities are an essential element of the PI System, allowing the collection of time-based data from a diversity of systems – at an unprecedented level of connectivity. The PI System‘s wide variety of connection capabilities include over 450 different interfaces enabling the PI System to access a huge diversity of operational and business data sources including SCADA, DCS, equipment, databases, text files and HTML pages. • PI Server™: The foundation of the PI System is the PI Server, which is surrounded by technologies that work together to optimize data storage, transformation and delivery throughout your enterprise. The PI Server includes sophisticated (but easy to use) calculation tools that transform raw data,

That‘s the essence - and the power - of PI System operational intelligence.

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combine data values from multiple systems into robust analyses, automate calculation of vital day-to-day metrics, and deliver new insights. â&#x20AC;˘ PI System Tools: The challenge is to get the right data to the right tool, in the right context to empower experts to make timely and impactful decisions. The PI System provides a suite of tools that take the complexity out of data access, visualization and analysis. With a full suite of configurable, off the shelf products, the PI System tools provide self-service access to the data where they need it and when they need it: tablet, phone or laptop. Photo (OSIsoft Europe GmbH)

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Two type 4200 SM Wirtgen surface miners are bringing light to South Texas and Northern Mexico.

WIRTGEN Group Windhagen | Germany

Wirtgen surface miners: Titans in Texas

Cutting, crushing and loading in a single pass. The Wirtgen surface miner makes coal mining simple, economical, eco-friendly and safe. (Photo: Wirtgen)

4200 SM is extracting sub-bituminous coal at an open cast mine owned by the North American Coal Corp. in Eagle Pass, Texas, USA – right on the border with Piedras Negas, Coahuila, Mexico. The extracted coal is then transported over the border by train to a multi-unit power plant in Coahuila. In einem anderen Tagebau in Texas gewinnt ein weiterer 42Meanwhile, at another open cast mine in Texas, another 4200 SM is extracting lignite, just as economically.

Sub-bituminous coal in Eagle Pass: New mine, new extraction method

The two surface miners – the largest models in Wirtgen‘s product range – went into operation in the last two years and are extracting coal with a low sulphur content, operating 24/7.

Eagle Pass Mine is located in an area which has been worked for coal since as early as the late 19th century. Piedras Negras, the name of the town on the other side of the border, translates as „black stones“, a reference to the coal deposits located there.

The 4200 SM is 6.53 m high and has an operating weight of 204,300 kg. It is powered by a highly efficient diesel engine with 1,521 HP. When cutting soft material such as coal, limestone or gypsum, the 4200 SM cuts down to a depth of 830 mm using a 4,200 mm-wide milling drum and operating in an up-cut direction.

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„Every ton we extract goes to a coal-fired power plant in Mexico,“ says John C. Duffey, P.E., Chief Engineer of Camino Real Fuels. A subsidiary of the North American Coal Corp., this company operates the mine for the owner,

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The 4200 SM from Wirtgen crushes the lignite to a maximum grain size of 10 cm during the mining process. (Photo: Wirtgen)

Dos Republicas Coal Partnership (DRCP). Eagle Pass has replaced the depleted open-cast mine Siglo XXI (21st century) in Mexico, on the other side of the Rio Grande – or Rio Bravo, as it is known in Mexico. At the mine, a 2,550-ha area is available for coal extraction, offering sufficient deposits for 8 years of mining work. The total quantity of deposits is much larger, however. One special feature of this location is the fact that the seams are very thin, some of them only 15 cm thick. „And this is precisely where the Wirtgen surface miner proves invaluable. We use it to selectively extract coal from the rock. This enables us to achieve a high material quality,“ explains Duffey. The four seams lie beneath an 18.3-m layer of top soil and overburden, in a series of layers around 6.0 m thick. „Barely 1.65 to 2.0 m of this is coal,“ says Duffey. „We conduct preliminary examinations in an attempt to find out exactly how much coal there is under the surface, but we are often surprised.“

„The thin seams can be mined precisely with the Wirtgen 4200 SM, which also saves us a great deal of money for processing,“ says Duffey. „We don‘t need a primary crusher at the transshipment center anymore, because the 4200 SM crushes the coal directly during loading.“ The surface miner crushes the coal to a maximum size of 10 cm while minimizing fines. As coal fines tend to block the loading conveyors at the transfer points when there is a high moisture content, a low proportion of fines is a great advantage. „Blasting, excavating and loosening – the 4200 SM does away with all this,“ explains Duffey. „We don‘t have a permit for blasting and we don‘t blast coal or surrounding rock. Almost 95% of our coal is crushed and loaded by the 4200 SM. The remaining 5% – for instance, material located in inaccessible corners or right at the end of a drift – is broken up by bulldozers and loaded by front loaders.“

Lignite in South Texas: Fast loading At the other open cast mine in Texas, the lignite used to be extracted by two smaller, older surface miners. The Wirtgen 4200 SM was bought in 2014, when these two miners were approaching the end of their service lives.

The 4200 SM transfers a 250-t payload onto dumpers. They transport the coal to a transshipment center equipped with five grizzlies and conveyors. Each grizzly supplies one loading conveyor which transports the coal to the train-loading station. The Wirtgen 4200 SM continually extracts and loads lignite in South Texas. (Photo: Wirtgen)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The loading conveyor of the 4200 SM can be slewed 90° to either side. (Photo: Wirtgen)

Wirtgen surface miners: Economical and safe

„The 4200 SM is technologically superior in terms of its hydraulics and control system. What is more, it loads dumpers 30 to 40% faster than the older models,“ say the drivers. „I love this machine,“ says the thrilled driver of the 4200 SM, as he stands beside his equipment. „The 4200 SM runs much more quietly than our previous surface miner. The cabin is very comfortable and the machine is so easy to operate. The video cameras also show me the area directly behind the cutting drum unit, ensuring that I don‘t penetrate too deep into the interburden.“ Compared with the mining methods used in the past, the 4200 SM produces fewer fines and more material in the target grain size. The selective mining method extracts material with a high degree of purity, reducing coal washing costs at the processing plant. This also enhances the quality of the end product, enabling the coal to be sold at a more profitable price.

In many cases, the use of surface miners offers a more economical, eco-friendlier and safer alternative to conventional mining by drilling and blasting. The surface miner can cut, crush and load the material in a single pass. Dispensing with drilling and blasting, the application causes no destructive vibrations, making this process a great deal safer. Dust and noise pollution is also much lower. As a result, material can even be extracted in areas directly adjacent to residential areas and industrial estates. Apart from reducing machinery and personnel costs, the process is also much more time-saving than conventional methods. What is more, surface miners produce level, stable surfaces – a great advantage for mine logistics as it means that ordinary trucks can travel over the routed access roads. Not only can they transport the material more quickly, but they are also more cost-effective to acquire and maintain than dumpers.

The new Eagle Pass Mine began selectively mining the thin coal seams with a Wirtgen type 4200 SM surface miner in October 2015. (Photo: Wirtgen)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Lignite loading: The driver loads a tandem coal train within minutes in the mine in South Texas; this then drives some 26 km to unload the material at the power plant. (Photo: Wirtgen)

Contact: WIRTGEN Group Corporate Communications Michaela Adams, Mario Linnemann Reinhard-Wirtgen-Straße 2 53578 Windhagen Telefon: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 4510 Telefax: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 499 E-mail: presse@wirtgen.com www.wirtgen-group.com

Efficient material extraction Surface miners operate in a similar way to road milling machines working on asphalt or concrete. A special cutting drum cuts and crushes the material. Robust loading conveyor systems then load the material onto trucks or dumpers or deposit it in windrows behind the machine. Alternatively, the material can also be sidecast. A high-precision, automated leveling system ensures a constant cutting depth. This extremely precise method supports selective mining of a wide range of materials – for instance, coal, limestone, gypsum, salt, bauxite, iron ore, etc. The mechanically driven cutting drum, on which the cutting tools are arranged in a helical pattern, work against the direction of travel, cutting the material and crushing it. Ejectors on the milling drum help to transfer the material to the loading conveyor system.

WIRTGEN Group The WIRTGEN GROUP is an internationally operating group of companies in the construction machinery sector incorporating the traditional product brands: WIRTGEN, VÖGELE, HAMM, KLEEMANN and BENNINGHOVEN. As technological leader, we can offer our customers mobile machine solutions for road construction and road rehabilitation, plants for mining and processing minerals or recycling material and for the production of asphalt. Our ratios: In 2016 the WIRTGEN GROUP generated consolidated sales of 2.59 billion euros. Presently the WIRTGEN GROUP employs 8,000 people. The Wirtgen 4200 SM continually extracts and loads lignite in South Texas. (Photo: Wirtgen)

The main loading conveyor takes the material from the drum housing and transports it to the rear of the machine, where it is then transferred to the slewing, height-adjustable discharge conveyor. The discharge conveyor loads the material onto trucks or dumpers or sidecasts it alongside the machine. The height of the discharge conveyor can be adapted flexibly to the height of any transport truck.

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In San José/USA, in-situ cold recycling with a Wirtgen 3800 CR recycler proves to be the most economical solution

Wirtgen Recycler 3800 CR: 100 miles – day and night

One special challenge was that the job sites were spread over the entire downtown area of this highly-populated city. No problem: the Wirtgen Cold Recycler 3800 CR can easily be transported by flat bed trailer. (Photo: Wirtgen)

ime is money, especially in road construction. When it comes to cost efficiency, being able to put all equipment to maximum use is a critical factor. Consequently, it is a major advantage when a machine can be used flexibly, like the 3800 CR recycler from Wirtgen, which can use the upcut and down-cut cold recycling processes or operate as a high-output milling machine. Thanks to its diverse application options, the recycler fulfills unique construction specifications as required by an application or invitation to tender.

In California, the Golden State, the 950-hp powerhouse is resurfacing 100 miles of San José’s main traffic arteries in situ (on the spot), together with a Vögele VISION 5200-2i tracked paver in a rear-load process. With this method, the 3800 CR travels in reverse, removing the damaged asphalt layers in a down-cut process and transferring the recycled material to the paver.

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Down-cut method increases paving quality

The contractor, MCK Services Inc., elected to use the process for this job to achieve a particularly high level of paving quality. In the down-cut process developed by Wirtgen, the milling drum rotates in the direction of travel, not against it as in the up-cut process. As a result, particle size can be precisely controlled when processing the material, especially on very brittle, thin, old asphalt roads.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Wirtgen down-cut process: The milling and mixing rotor rotates in the direction of travel. This prevents large chunks of pavement from breaking off. (Photo: Wirtgen)

positioned on the rotor then transfer the mix to the 3800 CR’s conveyor belt. Meanwhile, traffic in front of the Starbright Theater, at the corner of Fulton Street, continued to flow by the recycling train apparently undisturbed, thanks to the fact that pavement rehabilitation is completed in a single pass, without the trucks having to weave in and out of the lane. This increases safety and is a tremendous relief to the traffic system.

New load-bearing capacity for the streets of San José One illustrative example is W. Campbell Avenue, a main road in San José in the heart of Silicon Valley. The Wirtgen cold recycler, with its usual reliability, first milled off a 4-in. layer of damaged asphalt across a width of 12 ft. 6 in., granulated it, and mixed in the 1% pre-spread cement.

The Wirtgen 3800 CR machine concept is geared to maximum output so that rehabilitation projects can be completed quickly. With this in mind, the conveyor system also has an extremely high conveying capacity. The slewing and height-adjustable conveyor rapidly transfers material to the material hopper on the tracked paver, which then places a 4-in. layer and pre-compacts the surface. The HD+ 110 VVHF tandem roller and GRW 280i

Two tank trucks supplied the recycler with hot bitumen and water via connected hose lines. Added pressurized air generates foamed bitumen. Microprocessorcontrolled injection bars ensure precision injection of the foamed bitumen – in this case 2.5% – into the mixing chamber, where it is optimally processed with the granulated material. Ejectors

Wirtgen up-cut process: The milling and mixing rotor runs against the direction of travel, ensuring high productivity. (Photo: Wirtgen)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY pneumatic tire roller from Hamm perform final compaction, giving the road a closed, smooth surface texture.

Cost-efficient and eco-friendly After 100 miles and – thanks to in-situ cold recycling – a short construction time, Bob Garrigan, Superintendent at MCK Services, is pleased: “Thanks to the Wirtgen 3800 CR, we were able to fully comply with the traffic and budget requirements stipulated by the City of San José.” In the end, the results speak for themselves: Some 9,600 fewer truck hours significantly reduced CO2 emissions, fuel consumption and construction traffic on streets that receive between 12,000 and 35,000 vehicles daily. In total, the city saved some US$1.5 million. Frank Farshidi, Project Manager for the City of San José, also arrives at a positive conclusion: “Cold recycling insitu fulfills exacting quality requirements, is extremely economical, environmentally-friendly, and has the least impact on the public.”

Job site details Rehabilitation of main and secondary downtown roads in San José, California. • Costs:

US$ 13.7 million

• Area of section:

2.4 million sq ft.

Working parameters • Width of section:

12.5–16 ft.

• Layer thickness:

4 in.

Material • Quantity of mix:

55,599.5 US t asphalt

• Percentage of foamed bitumen: 2.5% • Percentage of cement:

• Optimum moisture content:

5–7%

Equipment • Wirtgen 3800 CR cold recycling machine • Vögele VISION 5200-2i paver • Hamm HD+ 110 VV HF tandem roller • Hamm GRW 280i-20 pneumatic tire roller

Contact: The milling and mixing rotor of the Wirtgen 3800 CR granulates the damaged asphalt layers to a depth of 18 cm. At the same time, cement is mixed in and water and bitumen emulsion or foamed bitumen are injected into the mixing chamber via injection bars. The final mix is transferred via the discharge conveyor directly to the material hopper of the Vögele paver which then paves true to line and level. Afterwards, Hamm asphalt rollers compact the pavement. (Photo: Wirtgen)

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WIRTGEN Group Michaela Adams, Mario Linnemann Reinhard-Wirtgen-Straße 2, 53578 Windhagen Tel.: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 4510, Fax: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 499 E-mail: presse@wirtgen.com, www.wirtgen-group.com

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Costello Industries, Inc., a milling service provider based in Newington, CT/USA, relies exclusively on cold milling from Wirtgen

US milling service provider relies on Wirtgen’s premium, full-service package

The 777-hp diesel engine makes the Wirtgen large milling machine W 220 a real powerhouse. However, the temperature-controlled fan speed promotes low energy consumption and low noise emissions. To achieve ideal milling performance under changing requirements, the operator can choose between three milling drum speeds. (FPhto: Wirtgen)

ostello Industries has been rehabilitating highways, streets and bridges since 1945. “The focus of our work is on safety, quality and productivity,” says C Todd Nedzweckas, Operations Manager at Costello. “We specialize in milling

work and offer additional services, such as road, highway and bridge repair and maintenance.”

Quality is key Costello Industries has exclusively Wirtgen milling machines in its fleet. In addition to highoutput large milling machines (three W 220s with 8”/2.5-m milling drums and four W 210s with 7’ 3”/2.2-m milling drums), the milling specialist has a variety of small milling machines from different machine generations, including two W 500s, four W 50s and one W 50 DC.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The extensive machine and instrument panel lighting even makes it possible to set the individual parameters on the control panel of the Wirtgen LEVEL PRO leveling system as if it were in daylight. (Photo: Wirtgen)

Getting top performance with routine maintenance and machine training

Jim Cook, Head of the Machine Fleet at Costello, is proud of his cold milling machines. “The Wirtgen Group manufactures great products. You can be sure that each and every component has been tested before the machine is delivered. When milling machines arrive, all the bolts have been tightened and marked as such. All parts are painted prior to assembly. Everything is professionally designed and manufactured.”Cook is even impressed with the interior fittings, because “the electrical and hydraulic systems are clearly marked. That’s very helpful when we need to locate the source of a problem. For example, we can test every single, labeled cable directly via the cabling system. In other machines, the hoses and cables are painted, making fault diagnosis more difficult.”

The two W 500 small milling machines have each clocked over 5,000 hours in operation. “It’s all a matter of the right maintenance,” says Cook. “These machines are extremely reliable as long as you regularly change the operating materials, keep an eye on wearing parts and reliably conduct scheduled maintenance. It’s just as important to teach machine operators on site about the right techniques and daily maintenance requirements. For instance, the daily maintenance program at Costello includes inspecting a machine at the end of a milling job. “If necessary, Jim and his team go to work and make sure the machine is in top condition again,” Nedzweckas says.

Todd Nedzweckas, who has worked with milling machines from various manufacturers, adds: “I took the Wirtgen training course and find the machines to be extremely user-friendly. What is more, we get great support at any time from the Wirtgen America applications experts and service engineers. Whenever we have a problem, we just give them a call and they come out right away to help us with the diagnosis.”

The machine operator operates the machine with complete assurance, because on the W 220 from Wirtgen, all controls are backlit, logically arranged and ergonomically designed. Working productively, without fatigue is easier now than ever before. (Photo: Wirtgen)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY A maintenance program helps to extend a machine’s service life. “We know at all times exactly how many hours the machines have been running and which maintenance tasks need to be done. And we create standard orders for service after 250, 500, 750 and 1,000 hours of operation,” explains Cook. “We do that for all our machines and maintenance is carried out in our own workshop.”Regularly attending training courses at Wirtgen America further helps the Costello team to continuously deepen their knowhow about the machines. “We took both the electronics and hydraulics courses,” says Cook. “We send both the supervisors and the machine operators to the courses, and then we train each other.”

Next-generation milling The team from Costello has already gotten to know several generations of Wirtgen milling machines and can therefore appreciate the changes the machines have gone through in recent years. And even if the operator’s stand on the latest models, such as the W 220, look extremely complex with all the computer displays, video screens and lighting, the Costello Team says the new milling machines still are easier to operate. “They are clearly much more user-friendly than other machines,” says Cook with conviction. “If an error message comes up, the machine tells you where to look and how to diagnose the fault. It even asks a series of questions to find out what caused the problem; in other words, the machine can get back to work much more quickly.Most of all, the new generation of Wirtgen large milling machines offers a better work environment,” adds Cook. “The W 220 has a lower idling speed and three different milling drum speeds. It makes a lot less noise.”

the vacuum cutting system (VCS), which sucks up the odors and fine particles, is definitely a big help to the operator.” Cook is also impressed with the ergonomics. “The way the control panels and seats can be swung into position is clearly a feature that increases operator comfort. And when you spend 14 hours a day on a machine, that makes a tremendous difference.”

Optimized visibility in every situation “You could say that the all-around lighting makes the milling machines look like UFOs,” jokes Nedzweckas. “We do much of our work at night and the instrument displays and lighting systems are excellent. You can see all the controls and everything is brightly illuminated all around the machine.” Thanks to the „wasp waist“ of the W 220, the operator has a better view to the front of the milling drum unit, towards the front crawler unit. The cameras keep an eye on everything the operator can’t otherwise see: “The monitors in the operator‘s stand show us the end of the loading conveyor and the rear of the machine,” explains Cook. “That makes a major difference in productivity and safety for the operator. He has more control over the loading process, because he can see what’s going into the truck. The view of the loading conveyor is restricted, especially in turns. Thanks to the camera, the operator can see the material and truck bed perfectly.”

“Wirtgen has been really alert to the needs of machine operators: Even with the increased output, the noise level is much lower and

The W 220’s narrow chassis gives the machine operator an optimum view to front of the milling drum unit, towards the front crawler unit. (Photo: Wirtgen)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY When traveling in reverse, the camera also shows what’s happening behind the machine, for example passing cars or people. That increases safety on the job site and you don’t have to rely solely on instructions from the ground man. “In other words, the camera eliminates a critical blind spot,” says Nedzweckas.

Costello: Know-how and leading milling technology – a basis for success With over 100 years of milling experience, the management team at Costello knows exactly what’s important. The company’s success for three generations has been based on delivering excellent results using premium products, technologies and services. Jim Cook says it all: “In my opinion, Wirtgen milling machines are the best.”

Thanks to its all-around lighting, the Wirtgen W 220 can also work at night, and the ground man can monitor the milling drum housing and milling results at all times. (Photo: Wirtgen)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Essen | Germany

Compact versatility with excellent references -

both above and below ground

he mobile Sandvik top hammer drill rig has carved out a career that its developers could scarcely have dreamt of. Since its launch last year, the new Commando DC130Ri model from Sandvik has demonstrated its impressive versatility in a wide range of demanding applications both above and below ground. The ambitious home builder in Scandinavia is no different to anyone else when it comes to having a cellar. In solid rock this is no mean feat – and simply too expensive if you have to bring in large top hammer drill rigs to do the job. Almost three decades ago, resourceful development engineers came up with a solution to this cost-benefit conflict in the form of a mobile, lightweight and easyto-handle drill rig called Commando, which proved to be extremely popular. Construction firms quickly began using it for foundation drilling, trenching, shaft drilling and roofbolting. The Commando has proven its strength in the secondary crushing of boulders in quarries, while in engineered stone applications its clean line drilling is synonymous with efficient block extraction.

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Engineered stone for Princes and Kings The restoration of the Frauenkirche in Dresden is just one of many prestige projects that fills the order books of Sächsische Sandsteinwerke in Pirna, whose Elbe sandstone remains a popular engineered stone product. Deliveries for the Berlin City Palace are currently the main focus of the company‘s mining activities. The Lohmen quarry and five other quarries between Bad Schandau and Pirna supply different varieties of this much sought-after natural stone. Sächsische Sandsteinwerke GmbH operates the quarries with expert knowledge of the quarrying process and skilled craftsmanship in the mechanical and manual processing of the extracted raw blocks. The traditional construction material is quarried to meet specific requirements. For

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Drilling operative Andreas Krause skilfully steers the fourwheel drive Commando DC130Ri up the steep ramp to its working bed using the remote control (Photo: Sandvik)

the City Palace project, coarse-grained sandstone from Lohmen is preferred along with the slightly softer stone from the quarry in Reinhardtsdorf. Sandvik drill rigs are the main players in the block extraction process. The operator‘s plant currently includes five of these rigs. Two of them – a Commando DC302 and a brand-new Commando DC130Ri – are currently being used on different beds in the Lohmen quarry The Commando DC130Ri delivers incredible offroad capability and versatility for vertical and horizontal line drilling. Uwe Jahr, Head of Extracting and Production, explains the reasons for the company‘s loyalty to the brand: „We tried out other brands, but none of them met the expectations that we had following our experiences with Sandvik equipment. Furthermore, Sandvik has stood by our side as a flexible partner even in times of economic uncertainty.“ This mutual solidarity has been of benefit to both parties. The most recent example of this is the new Commando DC130Ri. The machine‘s optimised centre of gravity means it can reach even steep slopes without any problems. Drilling operative Andreas Krause skilfully and quickly steers the agile three-tonne machine up the steep ramp to its working bed using the remote control. He then extends the front legs and drills a series of vertical blast holes. It takes just two to three minutes for him to sink a blast hole with water flush and move on to the next

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one. Having already been familiar with the machine‘s predecessor, the Commando DC125, getting to grips with the intelligent newcomer was no problem to him. „Operation is slightly different, but just a couple of hours of training were enough to master the machine.“ The drill operative appreciates his clever assistant, which features a roll-over system that delivers significant time savings when drilling horizontal holes.

Too many voids in the wrong places – but not any more The former potash mine in Teutschenthal in the Saalekreis district is currently operated as a stowage mine for non-mining mineral waste. Backfilling of the voids created in the course of room-and-pillar mining is important for safety reasons. The rock burst of September 1996, which led to the collapse of the entire eastern part of the potash mine, was a catastrophe that must not be repeated, and this has expedited the process of systematically backfilling these voids. The company charged with this task is GTS Grube Teutschenthal Sicherungs GmbH & Co. KG. To access the closed chambers and tunnels during the backfilling process, the operator called on the expertise of TS BAU GMBH. Armed with the required background knowledge and supported by three mobile Sandvik drill rigs – two Commando DC125 models and

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY one of its successors, the DC130 – the experts opened up the closed areas and widened them for subsequent backfilling. The new Commando DC130Ri top hammer drill rig quickly demonstrated its performance enhancements when used underground. Equipped with a highly energyefficient hydraulic hammer, ergonomic controls and dust extraction, the new Commando is an impressive machine, even when breaking through occasional clay veins. The feed-percussion follow-up for the automatic adjustment of the drilling energy to varying rock conditions compared with basic rotary drilling during driving quickly paid for itself. The roll-over drill feed delivers flexibility in areas that are difficult to access. Another welcome feature is the much neater hosing and electrical wiring on the boom of the DC130Ri compared with its predecessor. Holes for blasting are placed at the removal hot-spots in each layer. The dust seal is positioned close to the wall and thus makes a clean job of air-flushed drilling. Blasting is then performed to widen voids or to access closed chambers. Blasting technician Alexander Ackermann skilfully manoeuvres both types of Commando – the 125 and the 130 – to the next deployment location on the quarry bed using the remote control. The older 125 models offer impressive reliability, while the new model ensures brand loyalty thanks to features for improved utility value and comfort. Yes, there may be a difference in operation – but the intelligent control systems make it easy for experts to bring the Commando DC130Ri with four-wheel drive undercarriage into position.

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The intelligent drilling control system provides assistance during drilling. The experienced blasting technician appreciates the ability to change all drilling parameters during drilling if necessary, not to mention the improved performance of the new Commando. TS-BAU site manager Jürgen Schrade has nothing but good things to say about his experiences with „his Commando“. Other suitable underground drill rigs would have cost his company a lot more and offered a lot less flexibility. Thus he has three compact and versatile models for underground use, which are also suitable for many other applications once this job is finished. That is his vision for the future. But first, there‘s plenty of work to do underground.

Positive feedback from a wide variety of users In practice it is clear that Sandvik reliability comes not only from the products themselves, but also from the advice, sales and service provided by the German Sandvik drilling technology experts.

Use below ground: Holes for blasting are placed in each layer in order to be able to access and backfill closed chambers (Photo: Sandvik)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY A total of five Sandvik drill rigs are used at Sächsische Sandsteinwerke. Two, a Commando DC302 and a Commando DC130Ri, are currently used for block extraction on different beds in the Lohmgrund quarry (Photo: Sandvik)

While the qualities of the new Commando DC130Ri speak for themselves, this positive assessment has certainly helped the market launch of the improved all-rounder. Some of its state-ofthe-art functions, such as intelligent engine control, have until now only been found on larger drill rigs, but are now also available to users in the three-tonne class. Experts from a wide range of application areas agree that the Commando DC130Ri represents a significant upgrade in utility value compared with its predecessor. Looking back at its original development goal, it is clear that the Commando has enjoyed a meteoric rise, and we haven‘t yet reached the end of Commando evolution 1.

Contact: Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Sandra Pietsch Marketing Support, Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Office Phone: +49 (0) 201 1785-352 Mobile: +49 (0) 173 9000457 sandra.pietsch@sandvik.com home.sandvik

TheSandvik-Group Sandvik is a high-tech and global engineering group offering products and services that enhance customer productivity, profitability and safety. We hold world-leading positions in selected areas – tools and tooling systems for metal cutting; equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries; products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys as well as products for industrial heating. In 2016, the Group had approximately 43,000 employees and sales of 82 billion SEK in more than 150 countries within continuing operations.

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, crushing and screening, loading and hauling, tunneling, quarrying and breaking and demolition. In 2016, sales were approximately 31 billion SEK with about 14,000 employees in continuing operations.

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Salt production:

Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Eric Gourley | Essen | Germany

esco extracts the eons

ERNBURG, GERMANY. Salt production here dates back to the Middle Ages, when brine was evaporated from open pans. Today, esco - european salt company, relies on modern mining equipment to extract rock salt from an underground deposit formed 250 million years ago. Mining is ingrained in the history of Bernburg, a town of 35,000 in eastern Germany that sits along an old medieval trade route. The Bernburg salt plant is a key economic driver in this area surrounded by industrial operations, and thousands of residents and mine workers from across the region filled the streets here wearing traditional dress in 2012 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of an operation that shows no signs of slowing down. “We are doing exploration drilling every day to get details about the geology to plan production,” says HansMartin Müller, mine production manager. “We hope that we have 40, 50 years of production here in Bernburg.” Bernburg was integrated into K+S Group subsidiary esco - european salt company in 2002 and is now the largest of esco’s three German production sites. The company has invested nearly 170 million euros in modernizing the operation in recent years.

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Today, Bernburg’s mine fields cover an area of around 40 square kilometres – more than two-thirds the surface area of Manhattan in New York City – and the plant produces two million tonnes of salt annually. Bernburg’s salt deposit was formed more than 250 million years ago. Strong sunlight gradually evaporated the Zechstein Sea, which during the Upper Permian era covered a large part of what is today Central Europe. When sinking of the first Bernburg shafts began in 1912, the operation was initially intended to extract and process potash. Mining operations for rock salt began in 1921, and potash mining was discontinued for good in 1973 to focus on the abundant rock salt reserves, referred to as “crystal salt” due to the pure white colour and crystalline structure. The Bernburg salt’s average degree of purity is an impressive 99 percent of sodium chloride, while the

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The rock salt, referred to as “crystal salt” due to the pure white colour and crystalline structure or “white gold” as some miners call it (Photo: Adam Lach)

best storage lots boast 99.8 percent purity – “white gold,” as some miners call it.

‘A product with a thousand uses’ The irony of packaging quarter-billion-year-old salt into boxes stamped with government-mandated expiration dates of just two or three years gets a good laugh from Müller, who has worked at the Bernburg plant for eight years ensuring that production volumes are achieved and that the extracted salt is of the highest possible quality. Yet while many people think of salt first and foremost as a food product, only a relative fraction of Bernburg’s output ends up in restaurants or on kitchen tables. Bernburg’s salt is shipped worldwide for use in agriculture, pharmaceuticals and as a key element in countless chemical and industrial processes, but its single biggest use is as de-icing salt to improve safety on slippery winter roads in Scandinavia and other European countries. “Our boss always says it’s a product with a thousand uses,” Müller says. “We have a quite seasonal production, though, since we extract most of our salt during our high season between October and March.” During the harshest winter weather, the Bernburg operation can fill as many as 400 trucks and 250 railway cars every day. Between its three German plants, esco can supply as many as 25,000 tonnes of de-icing salt daily during winter.

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As many as eight different grinding and sieving processes in the surface plant create finished salt grains typically ranging from 0.2 to 5 millimetres in size, depending on customer specifications. But the whole process begins with efficient extraction underground.

Efficient extraction After taking the cage to its final depth of 500 metres, Müller manoeuvres a Jeep to one of the mine’s longest drifts – of which there are a total of 65 kilometres still accessible today. Thanks to smooth roads and high visibility, the speed limit for such light vehicles in most drifts is 50 kilometres per hour. Müller drives parallel to the primary conveyor, which can transport 1,000 tonnes per hour to the main bunker in front of the shaft that hoists the salt to surface for processing. He soon reaches the production front, where a Sandvik LH621 loader is moving large blocks of just-blasted raw salt from a muck pile to a crusher that initially has to break the material into coarse chunks measuring about 15 centimetres before it can be conveyed to the shaft. Müller and his team are responsible for the entire production process, which begins with drilling and blasting. Drifting is done in two horizons, lower and upper, and production areas are later connected by stoping. The resulting chambers are vast – 20 metres wide, 35 metres high and 200 metres long.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Extraction processes have come a long way since the very first days of conventional mining at Bernburg, when horses pulled salt-loaded carriages along underground rail. But the mine is constantly looking for ways to improve productivity underground.

Loader lauding Bernburg recently bought two new Sandvik LH621s, the supplier’s largest diesel loader, to replace aging competitor equipment. “We looked for a supplier who was able to provide a loader that satisfied all our emissions, economic and productivity criteria,” Müller says. “Productivity is the main thing we are looking for. That’s why we decided to buy the biggest loading machines from Sandvik with a bucket size of 14 cubic metres. That means 21 tonnes in one shovel and that means for us very good productivity.” Sandvik LH621 had previously proven itself in mines in the United States operated by Morton Salt, another K+S group subsidiary. Müller says the mine also took into consideration the model’s performance at salt mines in western Germany and a potash mine next to Bernburg. The cleaner Tier 4 Final engine in Sandvik LH621 was also a key factor in selection.

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“Tier 4 Final is a new technology for us but we need to do all we can to keep our employees healthy and comply with EU emissions regulations,” Müller says. “The drivers like the feeling to drive a clean machine. If you’re going out of the cabin after driving in a drift the air is clean, so that’s quite new for us and a good feeling for the drivers and also for the air conditions in our mine.” The new loader quickly became an operator favourite. The Sandvik LH621s are the mine’s first loaders with a closed cabin, minimizing operators’ exposure to noise, heat and dust. “I am impressed that the loader is quite fast, simply regarding the hydraulics and performance, and the air conditioned cabin, especially in the stopes and drifts, where it is dusty and warm,” says operator Davis Protzmann. “There one can operate the loader marvellously. All in all, it is impressive to operate such a huge loader. When I reach the muck pile, the bucket is full immediately.” Bernburg expects to receive its third Sandvik LH621 before the end of 2016. “The Sandvik LH621s are now the most modern machines in our mine,” Mueller says. “We’ve gotten very good productivity from the new Sandvik loaders and we look forward to a long, productive future with them.”

Sandvik LH621 loader is moving large blocks of justblasted raw salt from a muck pile (Photo: Adam Lach)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY esco – european salt company and Bernburg plant Headquartered in Hanover, esco – european salt company is the biggest European salt producer and part of the global production network of K+S Group’s Salt Business Unit, with production sites in Europe and the Americas. With an annual production capacity of approximately 9.7 million tonnes of crystallized salt and salt in brine, esco offers its customers a comprehensive range of high-quality salt products including salt for chemical use, industrial as well as pharma and food-grade salts, and de-icing salt. With a production capacity of around 2.5 million tonnes of rock and evaporated salt as well as 1.4 million tonnes of brine salt, the Bernburg plant is esco’s largest production site in Germany. The plant, which employs around 430 people, has a history of more than 100 years.

Sandvik LH621 The largest Sandvik underground loader, Sandvik LH621 is a 21-tonne loader designed to deliver class-leading safety and productivity. A high power-to-weight ratio ensures faster cycle times while an efficient Tier 4 diesel engine helps minimize emissions underground.

Sandvik solution – Stage IV/Tier 4 technology Sandvik Mining has worked with Volvo Penta to lead the way in the rapid introduction of the latest ultra-low emissions diesel engine technology, collectively referred to as Stage IV/Tier 4 engines after the relevant European Union Euro IV and United States legislative requirements. The latest Stage IV/Tier 4 engines emit very low levels of harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) and diesel particulate matter (DPM). The new technology helps mine operators improve the underground atmosphere for employees while reducing maintenance and potentially even ventilation costs.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Sandvik Mining and Construction Central Europe GmbH Essen | Germany

Sandvik Mobile Crushers and Screens:

High performing mobile scalping solution developed for fines separation

Sandvik is pleased to announce a new addition to its scalper range with the introduction of the new Sandvik QE441 Free Flow (Photo: Sandvik)

andvik is pleased to announce a new addition to its scalper range with the introduction of the new Sandvik QE441 Free Flow. A versatile and highly efficient solution for processing difficult to screen materials and products with high moisture contents.

Our new Sandvik QE441 Free Flow provides you with a versatile and highly efficient mobile solution for handling sticky, moist and wet materials with a high percentage of fines. It is your ideal solution for processing materials such as soils, aggregates, ores, waste, biomass and other waste derived fuels including products with high moisture contents. We have designed this unit based on the sturdy crusherstyle chassis of our class leading Sandvik QE441, combined with a highly productive and aggressive double deck Free Flow screen. The heavy duty scalping screen allows you to process large un-screened material on the rigid scalping top deck, whilst providing a fine screening solution on the dual motion lower deck. The powerful snapping of

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the bottom deck media generates an active „flip-flow“ movement which generates a huge throw that propels material upwards and outwards separating material as it does so and thereby eliminates any plugging and blockages. This results in the processing of more sellable products and less waste. Sandvik QE441 Free Flow has been designed with the same user-friendly features of our 1-Series screens. These include Sandvik‘s easy to use control system and user interface with sequential start, whilst two speed tracking will help to reduce travel time between jobsites. Sandvik QE441 Free Flow offers increased plant durability and operator comfort, without sacrificing on performance.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY A versatile and highly efficient solution for processing difficult to screen materials and products with high moisture contents (Photo: Sandvik)

With a large choice of screen media and a wide range of adjustable throws and speeds available, this enables the Sandvik QE441 Free Flow to be configured to suit the specific requirements of the application. It compliments our Premium jaw crushers and Sandvik QI341 Prisec™ impact crusher and can also work as a stand-alone unit.

Key features of the Sandvik QE441 Free Flow are: •

• Sandvik is pleased to announce a new addition to its scalper range with the introduction of the new Sandvik QE441 Free Flow (Photo: Sandvik)

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Heavy duty modular top deck scalping screen allows you to process large un-screened material, whilst a dual motion Free Flow screen separates fines and sticky material on the bottom deck Aggressive Free Flow screen with wide range of adjustable throws and speeds enables the bottom deck to be tailored for numerous applications Highly efficient and easy-to-use electrical control system with colour coded numerical push buttons for ease of operation

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Heavy duty modular top deck scalping screen allows you to process large unscreened material, whilst a dual motion Free Flow screen separates fines and sticky material on the bottom deck (Photo: Sandvik)

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Heavy duty crusher-type chassis designed to accommodate interchangeable side conveyors and compatible for 2-way or 3-way split configurations Modular design screen box for easy replacement of screen media Feeder load sensing facility to prevent blockages and unnecessary downtime Capable of operating in the most hostile environments Massive stockpiling capability through integrated hydraulic conveyors Spacious and easily accessible hydraulically folding maintenance platforms Radio controlled two speed tracks fitted as standard

Key Specifications: Screen Size

18' x 6' / 5.4m x 1.73m

Engine

CAT C4.4 ACERT 96 kW / 129 hp

Hopper Capacity

8.5 m³ / 11.1 yrd³

Transport Length

16.33 m / 53' 7"

Working Length

16.82 m / 55' 2"

Transport Height

3.20 m / 10' 6"

Working Height

14.56 m / 47' 9"

Transport Width

3.50 m / 11' 6"

Working Width

4.68 m / 15' 4"

Weight (Standard)

37,070 kg / 81,725 lbs

Note: All weights and dimensions are for standard units only

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CDE Global Ltd:

CDE Global Ltd. Northern Ireland

CDE and Metso announce collaboration in India

etso (India) Pvt. Ltd. and CDE Asia have agreed on marketing cooperation in order to provide comprehensive manufactured sand solutions to customers in India. Metso‘s scope covers the crushing and screening technology, and CDE Asia will provide the wet classification equipment required in the manufactured sand production process. The agreement is in line with Metso‘s strategy to strengthen its capabilities by extending its portfolio in cooperation with strong partners around the world, CDE in this case, and offer comprehensive high-quality end-toend solutions for an important segment like manufactured sand. „As a leading provider of equipment and services for the mining and aggregates industries, we always aim to provide the best solutions to our customers that are not only qualitative and efficient in terms of profitability, but also environmentally sustainable. This new marketing cooperation agreement allows the customers to acquire the whole process easily, and at the same time forms a good platform for future growth for both Metso and CDE Asia in India,“ states Kamal Pahuja, Vice President, Mining and Aggregates, Metso India.

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„The cooperation agreement with Metso presents new opportunities for both organisations and has been well received by our customers. The combination of Metso‘s and CDE Asia‘s sustainable technologies produces well shaped, washed and graded manufactured sand, helping to replace natural sand, which is fast becoming scarce and expensive. This collaboration will benefit the sand manufacturers by providing best-in-quality graded sand and sustainable operations by reusing up to 95% of water used. By utilizing normally low-value crusher fines for sand production, we can extend the life of natural resources and also add huge commercial value to our customer‘s enterprise,“ shares Manish Bhartia, Managing Director, CDE Asia.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The cooperation agreement between Metso and CDE Asia is restricted to marketing and development of common offerings for the manufactured sand market by pooling the companiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC; expertise and knowledge. Both parties negotiate and sign the terms of contracts independently with the end customers, representing their respective companies only.

More about CDE CDE is the leading provider of washing equipment for quarries, mines and recycling operations on the global market. The CDE equipment range has applications across a wide range of materials and is delivering significant efficiencies in the construction and recycling, mining, specialist industrial sands and environmental sectors. Working across 5 sectors and 8 regions, CDE has been co-creating with customers for over 20 years to deliver collaborative, imaginative and unique processing systems. The CDE Global Design Headquarters are located in Northern Ireland and the company also has bases in Kolkata, India to serve the Asian market, SĂŁo Paulo, Brazil to serve the Latin American market, Ormeau, Australia for Australasian market and North Carolina, USA, to serve the North American market.

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CDE also has representatives based in North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East. For further information on CDE please visit www.cdeglobal.com

More about Metso Metso is a world leading industrial company serving the mining, aggregates, recycling, oil, gas, pulp, paper and process industries. They help their customers improve their operational efficiency, reduce risks and increase profitability by using our unique knowledge, experienced people and innovative solutions to build new, sustainable ways of growing together. Their products range from mining and aggregates processing equipment and systems to industrial valves and controls. Mwtso customers are supported by a broad scope of services and a global network of over 80 service centers and about 6,400 services professionals. Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards safety. Metso is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki, Finland, and had net sales of about EUR 2.9 billion in 2015. Metso employs over 12,000 persons in more than 50 countries. Expect results.

Metso (India) Pvt. Ltd. and CDE Asia have agreed on marketing cooperation in order to provide comprehensive manufactured sand solutions to customers in India. Metsoâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s scope covers the crushing and screening technology, and CDE Asia will provide the wet classification equipment required in the manufactured sand production process. (Photo: CDE)

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CDE Global Ltd. Northern Ireland

CDE elected to Board of CDRA, North America

Wet processing specialist CDE is delighted announce the appointment of Engineering Director Sean Kerr to the board of Directors of the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association (CDRA). (Photo: CDE)

et processing specialist CDE is delighted announce the appointment of Engineering Director Sean Kerr to the board of Directors of the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association (CDRA). Installation took place during C&D World, Las Vegas on Wednesday 8th March.

Gleiches Konzept, gleiche Anlage, und auch zur Freude deCDE designs wet processing equipment which is used in construction & recycling applications, in particular in the processing & recycling of excavation waste, earth waste and crushed concrete. The company has a strong environmental ethic and has through its products and services demonstrates a strong background in reuse, rework & recycling, enabling C&D waste to be processed into recycled aggregates which can be reused. Each year CDE customers divert over 11 million tones of C&D waste from landfill across the world. As a board member Sean will work alongside the CDRA President, executive directors, board members and lead figures in the sector to promote and defend the

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environmentally sound recycling of Construction and Demolition (C&D) material through a diverse and unified voice of members committed to sustainability. The Construction & Demolition Recycling Association (CDRA) was founded as a not-for-profit organization in 1994 to promote and defend the environmentally sound recycling of more than 500 million tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) materials generated in the United States annually. These materials include concrete, asphalt, asphalt shingles, gypsum wallboard, wood, cardboard, plastics and metals. The CDRA represents a diverse group of member companies and agencies from the many C&D materials recycling disciplines and industry specialties active in the United States and other countries.â&#x20AC;&#x153;

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CDE and EUROVIA to host demonstration event in Slovakia

urovia - Kamenolomy, s.r.o, part of the VINCI Group, will partner with CDE to host an Open Day at their Martin quarry in Slovakia on 6-7 june. The company will showcase its new CDE 60 tonne-per-hour wet processing plant, which will supply materials for a major motorway construction project over the next three years. Eurovia, part of the VINCI Group, is a world leader in transport infrastructure construction and urban development. Active in 15 countries across the world with close to 1,300 industrial and commercial entities, it employs over 38,000 people and totalled a revenue of â&#x201A;Ź8,188 million in 2014.

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The company has a large presence in Slovakia where it produces aggregates in 10 rock quarries and one sand & gravel plant. The CDE wet processing plant was installed in 2016 in the Dubna Skala Quarry is based near the city of Martin in northern Slovakia. The main product from the quarry is a 0-4mm crushed granite.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Eurovia supplies concrete for urban development and road projects, including a major road construction project to develop an 11km stretch of the D1 highway between the cities of Martin and Zilina, which is currently under construction with work continuing until October 2018. This project has a budget of €427.2 million and comprises 11 bridges and two tunnels so the requirements for aggregates is ongoing and significant.

The Project The Dubina Skala Quarry is an 100 year-old granite quarry situated in rural Slovakia. Due to the remoteness of its location and the lack of access to a water supply, the customer needed their new wet processing plant to have a low energy requirement and to be able to recirulate the water through the system. Eurovia’s main objective was to turn an unsaleable 0-4 crushed granite sand fraction due to high levels of contamination (contamination of 0/0,063mm fraction in the feed material at a range of 8 – 9%) into a high value product. As the quarry is located at the top of the mountain and has limited access to water supplies, ridding the granite of contaminants was challenging. During a process of co-creation with Eurovia, CDE prepared a bespoke design for a modular installation that would fit the limited space available on the quarry whilst addressing water efficiencies and significantly increase product quality. After investigating various options over a number of years Eurovia opted for the only comprehensive solution that could meet their specific circumstances: a CDE EvoWash wet processing plant combined with an AquaCycle thickener and a Filter Press. Meetings with the CDE team convinced Eurovia that CDE had the technical capabilities and experience to deliver the project successfully. Jaroslaw Modrzejewski, CDE Area Sales Manager for Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia was the main point of contact for Eurovia and was able to use a number of previous reference projects and organise site visits to other CDE installations. CDE places great importance on using technical expertise to provide tailored solutions that are unique to each customer’s requirements. Modrzejewski says, “To help ensure we provided the best solution I arranged for several material samples to be washed by another local company’s CDE plant and quality-checked at CDE’s headquarters in Northern Ireland. This allowed us to make an accurate calculation of the output for the new plant in order to provide guaranteed rates in our contract, providing additional confidence for the customer to proceed.”

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CDE Solution A first within the region, the Eurovia CDE installation comprises an EvoWash 71 wet processing plant, an A200 AquaCycle thickener and a Filter Press. The plant is completed by a buffer tank, an AquaStore and a FlocStation. Modrzejewski adds, “This is the first full water treatment plant in this region. It solves the problem which all other quaries have experienced and struggled with: what to do with the final fraction 0-4mm which is heavily contaminated with dusts after the crushing process? Eurovia have now positioned itself as the leader in this field and we are proud to have achieved this project as a reference site in the Slovak and Czech market.” Commenting on Eurovia’s specific need for a low water requirement, Modrzejewski says: “Our plant uses only a few cublic meters of water per hour, which allows EUROVIA to wash its low value product and turn it into high value washed crushed sand, opening up new markets for the company.”

Plant Process The extracted dry material travels by conveyor to the feedbox from where it enters the sump of the EvoWash 71. From the sump the sand is pumped to a cyclone which separates the material into the required size, with one of the key benefits of the EvoWash being that it does this without losing fines materials. From the cyclone the washed sand is sent to a dewatering screen and after further dewatering on the screen the 0-4 mm sand travels by conveyor and forms a stockpile. The fine material sized under 63 microns is send to the AquaCycle thickener. In the AquaCycle a small amount of polyelectrolyte floculant is added to the water from the automatic dosing station which forces fine particles to settle on the bottom of the thickener tank. The clean water on the top overflows the the weir and is stored in the AquaStore tank before being re-circulated around the plant again, helping to reduce the amount of fresh water required. The waste sludge is discharged into a buffer tank where a motorised rake in constant rotation ensures the material does not settle and solidify. The sludge is held in the buffer tank before begin processed to recover more water in the FilterPress. Following testing of the materials it was determined that the Side Beam Filter Press required 36 of the 800mm2 plates to achieve a processing rate of 3 tonnes per hour. Currently the Filter Press is completing 4 press cycles per hour. During each cycle the filter plates fill with sludge and are compressed under high pressure to remove moisture, the waste material, a dry filter cake then drops into a

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Conclusion Vladimir Sulovec, Main Production Director in Eurovia Slovakia, Eurovia, concludes: “Working with the CDE team has been a very positive experience. Thanks to the professionalism and collaborative spirit of the CDE team, Eurovia has installed the most efficient wet processing solution for the requirements of our quarry… and the first one of its kind in the region, which we are very proud of. “Not only are we saving water and increasing the quality of our overall product, but we have gone further and turned a highly contaminated granite product we believed we could never sell into a highly profitable sand product.”.

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Contact: CDE Global Ltd. Northern Ireland Lauren McMaster Marketing and Sales Support Executive C&D Recycling and Industrial Sands CDE T: +44 28 8676 7900 LMcMaster@cdeglobal.com

The company will showcase its new CDE 60 tonne-per-hour wet processing plant, which will supply materials for a major motorway construction project over the next three years. (Photo: CDE)

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CDE Global Ltd. Northern Ireland

CDE develops major glass sand project in Tunisia for giant producer SMETRAM

A subsidiary of giant Sebri Group, SMETRAM has been exploiting sand quarries in Tunisia since 2001 to serve the national market, and typically the concrete and ceramic industries. (Photo: CDE)

017 will see CDE complete a multi-million materials washing project in Tunisia for the glass industry with new client SMETRAM.

A subsidiary of giant Sebri Group, SMETRAM has been exploiting sand quarries in Tunisia since 2001 to serve the national market, and typically the concrete and ceramic industries. Innovative and visionary, SMETRAM decided the time had come in 2017 to strategically invest in the production of industrial sands adapted to the specifications of the glass market in Algeria, Germany, Italy and France, focusing on the exploitation of silica sand in the region of Oueslatia. To manage the extraction of 3,000 tonnes of sand per day, the company was looking for high tech materials washing equipment that could stand the test of time.

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Mr Habib Sebri, CEO of SMETRAM, explains his choice: “SMETRAM is a dynamic company with 15 years’ experience in the treatment of sand and aggregates. Recently SMETRAM has reached the level of success and maturity that has enabled us to make the decision to develop outwards and into specialised international markets by adding high quality glass sand to our offering. “However we knew that in order to succeed, the choice of our materials washing equipment would be crucial. After thoroughly researching all the options available on the materials washing market, we opted for a CDE washing plant. Reasons for our decision were based on the professionalism of the CDE commercial

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY team, the manufacturer’s commitment and investment in innovation and new technologies and its use of high quality materials.” To guarantee a consistent and precise cut as well as the required production level, SMETRAM chose a complete turnkey washing solution including the powerful and compact M4500 sand washing plant (with high frequency Infinity Screens, ShearClean dynamic attrition scrubber and Spiral Separators) which takes care of screening, washing, attrition, classification and recycles up to 90% of waste water. The M4500 will be fed 200 tonnes per hour of raw materials for a production of 100 tonnes per hour of high quality fine sand for the glass industry. A second installation will be commissioned at the start of 2018 on a different site, which will double SMETRAM’s production. Aymen Bennour, Business Development Executive for CDE in Tunisia, concludes: «The SMETRAM project is a major landmark in the development of CDE, both in North Africa and in the industry of industrial sands in Tunisia.

“We are delighted to have been chosen for this project and to work with SMETRAM. The CDE M4500 materials washing plant has become a staple in the global washing industry since its launch in 2014 and one of our most popular products. “This high tech installation is compact, powerful, userfriendly and economical. Investing in a plant that guarantees extremely precise cut points and consistency in production levels gives an advantage to companies wishing to develop their operations or, as in SMETRAM’s case, to engage with new dynamic and innovative markets.”

Contact: CDE Global Ltd. | Northern Ireland Lauren McMaster Marketing and Sales Support Executive C&D Recycling and Industrial Sands CDE T: +44 28 8676 7900 LMcMaster@cdeglobal.com

CDE Global Ltd. Our global headquarters in Cookstown, Northern Ireland is the world’s largest campus dedicated to the wet processing of materials in the sand & aggregates. mining, C&D waste recycling, industrial sands and environmental sectors. Since our birth in 1992 we have grown to be the largest wet processing equipment company in the world as a result our focus on constantly developing and improving materials processing technology in a way which allows you to • Maximise the return on your investment • Minimise environmental impact • Gain significant competitive advantage in your market.

Our customer list includes most of the major players across the 5 sectors where we work and provides all the evidence required of the performance, innovation and novelty included across our equipment range.

The CDE M4500 materials washing plant has become a staple in the global washing industry since its launch in 2014 and one of our most popular products. (Photo: CDE)

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Bell Equipment (United Kingdom) Staffordshire | United Kingdom

UK launch of Bell B20E brings ROI opportunities for housebuilders

ositioned as a leading manufacturer of off-road earth moving machinery for over thirty years, Bell Equipment has announced the UK release of its acclaimed B20E 6x6 ADT, a highly durable twenty-tonne articulated truck designed for ease of operation and high production results.

Physically smaller than its internationally successful relations, the B25E and B30E, this latest addition to the Bell family has been presented to the UK market as a vehicle with comparable capabilities of its larger teammates, but packaged within a more compact unit, making it appropriate for use on small to medium sites. This Tier-4 truck provides plant hire companies with the opportunity to bring a compact, high-spec ADT to their fleets, while also enabling existing Bell operators to standardise their taskforces and offer a full range of machines, from 20 to 60 tonne, from one manufacturer. As with all E-series machines, the B20E benefits from the safety, performance and up-to-date Bell Fleetm@tic® on-board data technologies, as well as uncompromised support and maintenance services.

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“The 20-tonne market is renowned for being niche in the UK,” explains Richard Higgott, Sales Manager at Bell Equipment, “therefore customers have comparatively little choice when it comes to purchasing a smaller, yet highly powerful vehicle. “However, that’s not to say there isn’t the demand for manoeuvrable, capable 6x6 machines that come into their own in low ground pressure applications.” Although smaller, the B20E offers a very similar powerto-weight ratio to other Bell ADTs, providing the optimum balance between performance and fuel consumption. The B20E can produce the same power-to-weight ratio of the Bell B30E (5.11 kW/tonne), and is fitted with wet brakes

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY to offer sealed protection against deep mud. Customers can also alternate between standard 20.5R25 earthmoving tyres or low profile, extra wide 800/45 R30.5 tyres; designed to offer significantly reduced ground pressure and marketleading flotation in excessively muddy or soft sandy underfoot conditions. The machine’s high-end specification, combined with its opportune size, has made it internationally sought-after within industries where being compact is king, such as housebuilding and renewable energies. Richard goes on to say how across the UK, construction companies that undertake domestic environment projects, highly value the capabilities of ADTs that are ‘light on their feet’. He cites how already, one of the machines brought to the UK has been set-to-task preparing foundations for a turbine instalment within a Scottish windfarm, where the peaty ground conditions are too soft for larger machines to effectively manoeuvre. He also explains how the introduction of the ADT model to the UK market has already been well-received by the country’s housebuilding industry, saying: “To date, there’s been a limited number of vehicles available to housebuilders in the UK, capable of offering the specification of the B20E. It’s an agile machine, that brings

in a rated payload of 18 tonnes. It also measures less than three metres, which is a significant feature, enabling it to be transported using a low loader or road driver without the need for a movement order. “The B20Es ‘accessible’ dimensions make it a more appropriate vehicle than a 25-ton or 30-ton truck in close working environments. “Medium scale housing developments can always benefit from using smaller, agile ADTs, designed to cope better with softer ground conditions, while also being easier to transport, manoeuvre and operate.” The B20E boasts an impressive turning circle of 3.7m, with 800 wide tyres, and ground pressure as low as 95kPa. The load over height of 2.5m also allows the ADT’s bin to be filled using various loading tools. Having already sold all the B20Es planned for UK sale during 2017, Richard is confident that demand for the latest Bell addition will be strong. He confirms that owing to the initial sales success, Bell has plans to increase production quantities towards the end of the year, so is continuing to take new orders. “The B20E is making its mark as far as sales are concerned,” he says, “a factor we attribute to the model’s ability to fill a definite void in the market.

Trotz voller Traktion gewährleistet der Allrad-Zweiachser in engen Bergauf-Kehren intakte Fahrwege. (Fotos: Bell Equipment/tb)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY “Bell has long been a key ‚20-ton’ competitor within southern Africa and has experienced considerable demand for its B20Es in high production environments. As a result, the machines have thrived, delivering real return on investment within smaller scale developments. This success has triggered Bell Equipment’s decision to make the 20-ton size truck available to other countries across the world. “Now, UK customers with specialist needs will be able to not only secure a hard-working, reliable and powerful ADT, with true 6x6 capabilities, a driven rear axle and emissions-compliant Mercedes Benz engine, but also benefit from the exceptional Bell specification, such as on-board weighing, Tip Safe, Neutral Park Brake, Downhill Speed Control, Hill Hold and Bell Equipment’s proprietary satellite fleet management system, Fleetm@tic®.

“This compact machine clearly comes from the same genepool as its larger counterparts, however owing to its smaller size, presents a fantastic addition to any commercial fleet looking to achieve a true return on investment, better meet its plant hire customers’ needs, and benefit from an opportunity to standardise ADT fleets with one supplier for more comprehensive service and aftercare.“

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Bell Equipment United Kingdom Graycar Business Park Barton Turns, Barton Under Needwood Burton-on-Trent Staffordshire DE13 8EN - Map Email: general@uk.bellequipment.com Telephone (Head Office): +44 (0) 1283 712862 Fax (Head Office): +44 (0) 1283 712687

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Bell life-giving service:

Bell Equipment Southern Africa

ReMan - the Bell ‚circle of life‘

he remanufacturing of machines and major components - including engines, transmissions, transfer cases, axles, differentials, suspension struts and hydraulic cylinders - is a valuable T option that customers aren‘t always aware of, according to Bell Equipment‘s Aftermarket Product Marketing Manager, Twan Bell.

From a Bell perspective, remanufacture is always carried out by an OEM and the company has a full ReMan facility to provide its customers with this life-giving service. „Remanufacture enables customers to manage and maintain their fleet within what is affordable to them,“ Twan explains. „During the remanufacture process worn parts are replaced to bring the component or machine back to the OEM‘s original standard and specification so that the machine or component can be ‚zero based‘ and given a ‚second life‘.“

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Bell ReMan operates on the basis that the customer returns a failed component with a workable core (i.e. the blocks are to be whole: casings complete and mounting points must be functional). This is then exchanged with an off-the-shelf, readily available, remanufactured replacement part for an affordable and attractive price. Key to the Bell ReMan value proposition is that components are rebuilt to Bell specifications using Bell approved parts, and are purchased with a warranty of 12 months or 1 500 hours, whichever comes first.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY „Returning your old core is critical to continue the ‚Bell circle of life‘. It ensures that we can re-manufacture the core and replenish our stock, ready to help the next customer. Alternatively, if a customer is prepared to wait, we also offer a ‚repair and return‘ service on parts/components,“ adds Twan. Since a machine or component can be remanufactured as many times as a customer chooses, until it falls out of the OEM‘s original standard and specifications, Bell ReMan is also considered a responsible way of looking after the environment through recycling. Bell ReMan is continually motivated and driven through progressive technology, skills and knowledge to evolve your fleet to ‚new‘ so remember to enquire at your nearest Bell Customer Service Centre the next time you need a new component.

Bell Equipment (Southern Africa) The Reliable Suppliers of Mining, Construction, Agricultural, Forestry and Material Handling Equipment Proudly South African Bell Equipment has a global footprint and over 60 years of experience in the manufacture, distribution and support of material handling equipment to a broad spectrum of industries. As reliable mining equipment suppliers we offer the world‘s largest range of Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs). Our ADTs are our core product and globally we are acknowledged as an ADT specialist for our ongoing product innovation and class leading performance. Complementing our Bell ADTs, and cementing our position as one of the country‘s leading construction machinery suppliers, is our ancillary range of quality construction equipment from Tractor Loader Backhoes and Wheel Loaders through to Dozers, Graders and Forklifts. As agricultural machinery suppliers we offer an extensive range of robust equipment including Haulage Tractors and Tri-Wheeled Loaders. We are also proud forestry equipment suppliers with a range of mechanised harvesting as well as load and haul options. Our engineering expertise and product quality are comparable with other global players in the industry and Bell is immensely proud of the ground-breaking technological advancements we have developed on South African soil with our team of local engineers. In addition to designing and manufacturing locally to world class quality standards, Bell has strengthened its position as an equipment supplier of choice in Southern Africa through strategic dealerships for equipment manufactured by key global manufacturing leaders such as John Deere, Bomag and Finlay.

ReMan - the Bell ‚circle of life‘ (Photo: Bell Equipment)

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L1706E and the L1806E are working at the Mount Edgecombe quarry:

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Bell Loaders drive production costs down at Flanders Quarry

„We‘re impressed, our Bell Loaders are good machines. It would take a lot for us to move away from Bell Loaders,“ agree Karl and Leroy (Photo: Bell Equipment)

he philosophy of managing business to drive down the rands per tonne cost of the aggregates that they produce has led the owners of Flanders Quarry in Durban to invest in three Bell Wheel Loaders, which are paying off handsomely. Flanders Quarry is managed by Karl Stott, Leroy White and Tholie Cibane. Karl and Leroy are engineers by profession and are the company‘s Managing and Technical Director respectively. Tholie, who worked previously with the Department of Mineral Resources, is the Director of Mine Health and Safety. The company was established at the end of 2011 on the premise that construction of the massive Cornubia development was imminent and that their Mount Edgecombe quarry would be a veritable gold mine from the onset. Karl explains: „The quarry had been a TongaatHulett borrow pit. A large part was used for the construction of the Gateway complex but then demand fell away. We approached Tongaat-Hulett to revive it in anticipation of the work that was to come with Cornubia. However, as so often happens with construction, it didn‘t take off as quickly as we thought and we limped along with a few contracts and a much less sophisticated product range than we have now.“

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At first Flanders Quarry hired in an excavator and a dozer. The following year they bought two excavators and a wheel loader and by 2013 they were able to start investing in crushing plant and the business began to grow. Today the company has a fleet of five crushing plants, which are fed by a fleet of excavators. In mid-2015 they decided that their initial brand excavator and wheel loader brand was not well suited to a heavy duty mining application and introduced a Bell L1706E. „Our first Bell Loader improved our productivity substantially because it was a bigger machine, quicker and more robust.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY We were able to halve the rands per tonne cost to load by using Bell Loaders rather than using excavators, as we initially did. If you‘re doing 500 000 tonnes per year that‘s a R1 million saving straight on the bottom line,“ says Leroy. „When business expanded and grew we approached Bell again at the end of 2016 for another L1706E. For us it seemed like the ideal size machine, large and quick enough to load trucks and nimble to move around the site and stockpile. We bought the second unit and the initial forecast was that there would be a delay in delivery. In that time our Bell Sales Representative, Blake Phillips, supplied us with a pre-owned L1806E as a standby machine so that we could maintain production rates. Our new machine arrived earlier than planned so we took it. However, in that period our sales escalated and we found that we were still a machine short so we decided to also buy the L1806E because it had been running well after a few initial teething problems.“ Flanders Quarry follows a rigorous procedure when buying any new equipment. According to Karl, when looking for wheel loaders, the company decided that it would only consider machines built in Europe, America, Japan or South Africa. „We‘ve learnt the hard way that these machines are more robust. The quality is better, you have less breakdowns and more efficiency. That gave us a shortlist and then we looked at the rands and cents of how

much each machine can move for the initial capital cost. When we looked at the bucket size on the Bell it outclassed the competition by a long way. It‘s got the same bucket that you find on competitor machines that are much bigger and cost substantially more.“ He adds: „We went to everybody and Bell was the only company that was prepared to change the bucket size to suit our operation. Nobody else was really interested in what the customer wanted. Bell was the only one to say, yes you can do this, we will do it for you, and we will guarantee the machine.“ Apart from the capital cost and the cycle time on the bucket, diesel consumption was another critical factor and Flanders Quarry has been well impressed with the fuel burn of around 14l/h. One L1706E and the L1806E are working at the Mount Edgecombe quarry, a 5ha site that produces G grade material ranging from G5 to G9 that is currently supplying Cornubia and surrounds, and the N2 highway upgrade at Mount Edgecombe. This quarry will be depleted in the coming months and Flanders Quarry is in the process of setting up operation at its Canelands quarry, which is ideally located between Verulam and the King Shaka International Airport. The second L1706E is working at this 12ha site, which has a 10 to 20 year lifespan and about

Bell Loaders drive production costs down at Flanders Quarry (Photo: Bell Equipment)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY 7 million tonnes of material - infinitely more than the Mount Edgecombe quarry. The new quarry will also enable the company to offer blue stone products for the first time. „Our machines work hard, about 220 hours per month and they load and stockpile constantly. Last month we did close to 100 000t of material between our two quarries,“ says Karl. „Together the two Loaders at Mount Edgecombe loaded about 150 000t, or 350t per hour, loading from the crushers to stock and then loading into trucks.“ Warranty services are carried out by Bell but daily checks and other services are done by Flanders Quarry using Bell genuine parts. Other than planned services and the minor teething problems with the L1806E, the company has enjoyed 100% availability from their Bell Loaders. „We‘re impressed, our Bell Loaders are good machines. It would take a lot for us to move away from Bell Loaders,“ agree Karl and Leroy.

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„Together the two Loaders at Mount Edgecombe loaded about 150 000t, or 350t per hour, loading from the crushers to stock and then loading into trucks.“ (Photo: Bell Equipment)

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UK launch of the B40E:

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The anticipated UK release of the Bell B40ton range of trucks has arrived

„We‘re impressed, our Bell Loaders are good machines. It would take a lot for us to move away from Bell Loaders,“ agree Karl and Leroy (Photo: Bell Equipment)

aking Articulated Dump Truck (ADT) functionality to the next level, Bell Equipment has announced the UK launch of its B40E, the hotly anticipated mid-range E-series machine. Already established internationally as a world class product, with its improved performance and fuel efficiency, the B40E succeeds Bell Equipment’s acclaimed D-series model - a line of ADTs which continuously emerged as the best-in-class during its 15 year production lifetime. During its five years of development the B40E underwent extensive testing with engineers using structural and dynamic analysis, as well as drawing on the results of test procedures within harsh mine site conditions, to ensure a strong, reliable product that would hit the ground running once released. Detailed interactions with customers, operators and the Bell sales team enabled design engineers to enhance the specification of the B40E to provide more effective onboard diagnostics and user warnings, advanced operator comfort and the ability for customers to remotely monitor their B40E from anywhere in the world using the upgraded Bell Fleetm@tic® on-board fleet management tool.

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According to Richard Higgott, Sales Manager at Bell Equipment, the mid-sized B40E is already predicted to be a sought-after addition for UK plant hire and quarry fleets thanks to its greater power and increased payload, which delivers the best power-to-weight ratio in the industry at 5,37kW/tonne. The B40E also represents Bell’s highest ever level of automated internal machine protection and succeeds in setting a new industry benchmark. “The five-year research and development programme this machine has undergone has given us the time to be meticulous with its evolution. As a result, the new platform has been engineered to handle future emissions

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY requirements and incorporates the latest developments in 6x6 technologies to be able to give our customers more in the way of performance and fuel efficiency improvements.” He goes on to explain how remaining with the proven Allison transmission but switching from a 6-speed to a 7-speed has assisted in delivered greater efficiency and performance. Comparative testing between the B40E and the B40D has shown that, taking all variables into account, the B40E delivers up to 10% lower cost per tonne than the B40D. Powered by the tried and trusted Mercedes Benz OM471LA engine, optimised for off-highway use by MTU, the truck is loaded with standard benefits and features such as onboard weighing, keyless ignition, Tip Safe, Neutral Park Brake, Downhill Speed Control, Turbo Spin Protection and Fleetm@tic®. Bell led the industry in introducing these types of features to ADTs and they continue to work on further innovation. In response to customer requests, Fleetm@tic® has been developed to report when unsafe tip conditions have been reached and the premium package allows customers to view load by load data on the website. The compatibility of Fleetm@tic® with all relevant devices including tablets, smartphones and PCs has also been improved.

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Hill Hold is a new, nifty safety feature that prevents the truck from rolling backwards in an unsafe manner by automatically applying brakes when the operator takes his foot off the accelerator pedal while driving up an incline. When the accelerator is activated again the brakes are released when there is enough engine torque to pull away smoothly. In addition, not only is the Inter-axle Differential Lock (IDL) automatically engaged if traction is lost but the Automatic Traction Control system has been upgraded to automatically act on each individual axle to better meet customer requirements. “These standard features enhance the model‘s specification considerably and we’re delighted to be presenting this high-performing, technologically evolved B40E ADT to the market,” says Richard. The cab is the same as that found on the B30E, which was introduced to the market three years ago and has established itself as a favourite among operators due to its high level of comfort and improved ergonomics, including a simplified interface similar to modern car dashboards with a full colour screen and automotive mouse interface as well as a reversing camera, all as standard. The Isringhausen seat, with a three-point safety harness, and

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY suspension and damping system, improves ride comfort while reducing whole body vibration. With unsurpassed levels of visibility, and raised headlights positioned to avoid mud contact, as well as a rolled steel bumper for protection against on-site hazards, the B40E is practical as well as aesthetically pleasing with its honed exterior and contemporary bodywork. “We’ve applied considerable ‘future thinking’ to this B40E, improving not only the exterior and physical function of the machine, but also its diagnostic capabilities, with the integrated safety systems and features deliver enhanced function,” Richard explains. Having already successfully released sister models, the B25E and B30E to the UK market, Bell’s introduction of the B40E presents an exciting option for a mid-range truck with the power to perform. Richard reports that the anticipation surrounding the UK launch of both the Bell B25E and B30E models was tangible, and that the company expects nothing less from this latest series addition.

“The B40E presents the market with an exceptional truck, with technical statistics to match. It is already developing a strong UK following and is proving to both the plant and quarry markets that the B40E is an ADT that has innovatively evolved, ready for the next generation.” Other exciting news from Bell Equipment UK is that the B45E will follow towards the end of the year with a powerful new engine, a rated payload of 41 000kg and a bin volume of 25m³. Together the B40E and B45E will provide Bell with the best overall value proposition to customers in the 40ton truck range.

The anticipated UK release of the Bell B40-ton range of trucks has arrived (Photo: Bell Equipment)

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Customer Feedback: Stephen Jones Executive Manager - Group Marketing Email: stephenj@bell.co.za

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New Bell Equipment B40Ds:

Six become eight, with the addition of two further Bell B40Ds at Banner

A new business win for leading crushing and screening specialist, Banner Contracts, has seen the Yorkshire and North East of England operation further bolster its high-specification fleet, with the addition of two new Bell Equipment B40Ds (Photo: Bell Equipment)

new business win for leading crushing and screening specialist, Banner Contracts, has seen the Yorkshire and North East of England operation further bolster its high-specification A fleet, with the addition of two new Bell Equipment B40Ds. The purchases have been made to enable the nationwide contractor to fulfill an intensive limestone processing contract at Coxhoe Quarry in County Durham; where utilising efficiency to deliver results is key.

achieving the Coxhoe Quarry contract, confidence in the B40Ds abilities led Banner to open negotiations with Bell, securing two further machines to enable the project’s fulfilment.

Banner’s B40Ds have already been set to work in the quarry, performing within a rigorous environment, under challenging conditions.

“The Bell B40D is the ideal machine for an excavation and hauling project such as that at Coxhoe,” explains Jo Banner, Company Director at Banner Contracts.

Having already experienced the capabilities of the six Bell B40Ds currently performing within its existing fleet, Banner was familiar with the aptitude of this hard-working ADT model. Once the company learned of its success in

“We know from experience that this vehicle has the exact level of stamina required to perform a demanding 11-hour shift, hauling limestone from the top bench to the process line.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY “Working alongside the Tesab screening equipment and Möcklan screens supplied by our sister company Banner Equipment, the endurance of this practical machine, alongside numerous additional key features, meant we knew the two new B40Ds would step up to the mark.” The additional attributes Jo refers to are the machines’ impressive rates of fuel consumption, consistent reliability and attractive price. “While the B40D is slightly less expensive than other competitor models, we find there’s no significant difference in the quality of the machine,” he continues. “Our operatives also tell us they enjoy driving the B40D, and the aftercare service we receive from Bell is attentive, effective and in our experience, second-to-none.” With its advanced fuel-efficient, emission-certified Mercedes engine, rapid engine response, and dependable cold-start performance, the B40D delivers clean power in all conditions; even in environments deemed muddy, rutted or hilly, the model’s oscillating frame and high-floatation tyres, help to prevent it from getting lodged or stuck. Richard Higgott, Sales and Marketing Manager at Bell Equipment, has been involved in equipping Banner with its latest fleet additions. He’s delighted to hear that the B40Ds capabilities are selling themselves so effectively as to lead to repeat purchases:

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“It’s great when a machine meets the exact needs of a client. Learning that Banner had no reservation in securing the purchase of two further machines for the Coxhoe Quarry contract instils us with confidence that the ADTs we’re designing are truly performing and enabling our customers to take their businesses further.” A new business win for leading crushing and screening specialist, Banner Contracts, has seen the Yorkshire and North East of England operation further bolster its highspecification fleet, with the addition of two new Bell Equipment B40Ds.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Bell Equipment (Southern Africa) Parts Enquiries: bellparts@bell.co.za Employment Enquiries: Go to our Careers page Richards Bay Reception: Tel: +27 (0) 35 907 9111 Johannesburg Reception: Tel: +27 (0) 11 928 9700 Tip-Offs Anonymous Tollfree: 0800 21 22 51 Customer Feedback: Stephen Jones Executive Manager - Group Marketing Email: stephenj@bell.co.za A new business win for leading crushing and screening specialist, Banner Contracts, has seen the Yorkshire and North East of England operation further bolster its high-specification fleet, with the addition of two new Bell Equipment B40Ds (Photo: Bell Equipment)

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First of its kind:

thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Essen | Germany

BARRACUDA makes coal mining in China safer and more efficient

3D model of the BARRACUD (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

thyssenkrupp has won its first order for its new BARRACUDA® compact bucket wheel excavator. China Huaneng Group has ordered the bucket wheel excavator based overburden system from the mining unit of the company’s Industrial Solutions business area. The order is worth more than €40 million. The BARRACUDA is due to go into operation at the Yiminhe open-pit mine in Inner Mongolia in 2018. Thomas Jabs, Head of Mining Systems in the Industrial Solutions business area: “With its efficient continuous operation the BARRACUDA will help significantly reduce both operating costs and CO2 emissions at the Yiminhe mine. This is a good example of our innovative mining solutions that create value for our customers and at the same time protect resources.” Thanks to its compact design and special bucket wheel configuration the BARRACUDA is also able to remove hard material layers. Combined mining and loading within a single machine also eliminates the need for dangerous and environmentally harmful blasting and separate loading operations. The new system will therefore ensure continuing safe and efficient open pit operation in Yiminhe. The new bucket wheel excavator overburden system combines a BARRACUDA-C bucket wheel excavator with a capacity of 6,700 loose cubic meters per hour with a belt

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wagon, a conveyor system and a spreader. The scope of thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions includes engineering, delivery, erection supervision and commissioning of the complete system. The BARRACUDA will be used in Yiminhe to strip overburden and mine coal. After being extracted by the BARRACUDA the material will be taken by the belt wagon to the conveyor system, which will transfer the overburden to the dumping site. Dumping of the material will be carried out by the spreader system with a throughput rate of up to 10,000 tons per hour. thyssenkrupp has a long and successful partnership with China Huaneng Group: Among other things, in 2006 it supplied a fully mobile crushing plant and conveyor line to the Chinese mine which is still in operation today

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Thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Thyssenkrupp Allee 1 45143 Essen, Germany T: +49 201 844-0 www.thyssenkrupp-industrial-solutions.com

Thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions AG Frauke Riva Head of Communications T: +49 201 844â&#x20AC;&#x2030;-â&#x20AC;&#x2030;532549 frauke.riva@thyssenkrupp.com

The thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions business area is a leading partner for the engineering, construction and service of industrial plants and systems. Based on more than 200 years of experience we supply tailored, turnkey plants and components for customers in the chemical, fertilizer, cement, mining and steel industries. As a system partner to the automotive, aerospace and naval sectors we develop highly specialized solutions to meet the individual requirements of our customers. Around 19,000 employees at over 70 locations form a global network with a technology portfolio that guarantees maximum productivity and costefficiency. The Mining Technologies business unit supplies a full range of machinery, systems, equipment and services for the extraction, processing, storage and transportation of raw materials. In collaboration with our customers in the mining and minerals sectors throughout the world we develop custom, forward-looking solutions that enhance productivity and allow natural resources to be used responsibly and efficiently. More information at: www. thyssenkrupp-industrial-solutions.com

3D model of the BARRACUD (Photos: thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions)

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Countryside Ohorongo decides on third packaging line, supplied entirely by BEUMER:

BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG Beckum | Germany

Greater than the sum of its parts

Ohorongo Cement (PTY) Ltd., part of Schwenk Zement KG, is the only cement manufacturer in Namibia, Africa. Its mission is to cover the national demand for high-quality cement. Up to now, the company has used two packaging lines to transport the material quickly, and above all, safely on to trucks, enabling delivery to customers up to a thousand kilometres away. This however was no longer sufficient, and in order to increase the throughput of the sometimes very fine cement, BEUMER Group supplied and installed a third line entirely from its own product line – and in a very tight timeframe. Otavi, the nearest small town, is 20 kilometres away. Tsumeb is north of it. One single road runs through the wide open planes. Schwenk Zement built the in the Namibian region of Otjozondjupa which is rich in limestone. Ohorongo Cement, or simply Ohorongo, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Schwenk Zement. The plant produces five different cements, to which Manfred Pirker, plant manager, emphasises: „Our building material is of particularly high quality.“

Decision for the right partner After the clinker is produced, it is milled into cement. It is then made available either as loose product delivred

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into a bulk tanker, or in 2,000 kilogram big bags, or filled into paper bags. „We use 50 kilogram bags in this plant,“ explains Mr. Pirker. „After the filling, they are stacked on pallets and covered with a stretch film.“ For this process, the plant has used two packaging lines, for which BEUMER Group supplied and installed one BEUMER paletpac high performance layer palletiser per line and packaging systems of the BEUMER stretch hood product lines. „But we could not cover the growing demand for cement anymore,“ says Mr. Pirker. „We urgently needed to increase our throughput.“ Ohorongo has had very good experience with the two existing packaging lines. The responsible management therefore knew from the start that only BEUMER Group, the single-source provider for filling, palletising and packaging

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technologies, was to become its partner for supplying and installing the third packaging line. Mr. Pirker says: „We were convinced by the very good service and support on site over the years.“

A hot issue Beckum, the headquarters of BEUMER Group in Germany, received the inquiry from Ohorongo at the end of 2014. Both companies quickly agreed on the scope and scheduling, and signed the contract without delay. Unlike the first two packaging lines, this contract also contained a BEUMER fillpac Bag filling system. Hermann Krumkamp, Senior Project Manager at BEUMER Group, remembers: „We immediately started with the project execution at the beginning of 2015. We had to consider the local climatic conditions, among other things.“ In the desert regions, day temperatures can reach 40 degrees Celsius and more.

The third packaging line was installed in an extension to the existing building built specifically for the third packing line (Photos: BEUMER Group

„We had to wait with installation, however, for the new building for the third packaging line to be completed“, says Mr. Krumkamp. The specialists started with installing the machines in November 2015.

Filling process: not too much, not too little As the produced cement is particularly fine, BEUMER Group installed a BEUMER fillpac R rotary packing machine with eight filling spouts that operates according to the impeller filling principle. Krumkamp explains: „The

„This may influence the flow charecteristics of the cement as well as the elasticity of the stretch film,“ explains Mr. Krumkamp. The machines were designed accordingly. The engineers also had to adapt the system to the newly built extension to the existing building. The containers with the new machines arrived at Ohorongo Cement in August.

Ohorongo decided for the filling system of the type BEUMER fillpac R rotary packer with eight filling spouts that operates according to the impeller filling principle (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY The BEUMER bag placer with Bundle magazine increases the efficiency of the filling system (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

weighing electronics are unique. This is because the product is filled according to the gross weight principle, i.e. the bags are weighed during the filling process. The BEUMER fillpac R is therefore equipped with a calibration facility integral with the weighing equipment.“ The weighing electronics of the machine ensure exact filling of the bags. A special software enables each filling spout to constantly, with every rotation of the packer, compare the weight and make necessary adjustments to maintain consistent and accurate bag weight of the packed product. The impeller filling sytem is characterised by its speed and maximum material throughput. BEUMER Group also included a BEUMER bag placer with bundle magazine of the latest technology to further increase the efficiency of the filling system. Servomotors drive the application unit and the suction gripper automatically, precisely and with high levels of energy efficiency. The gripping system and the application unit apply the bag from the bag bundle safely onto the filling spout. 2,400 bags per hour can be applied like this with high precision.

a twin-belt turning device, so the bags can be turned to the required position quickly, gently and without affecting their dimensions. Regarding the positioning accuracy, this device offers an immense advantage when compared with conventional turning processes.“ The system component moves the bags without deforming them from a mechanical viewpoint. Two parallel belt conveyors are used instead. They turn the bags by moving at different speed. They also move the bags into the required position very gently . The intelligent control of the twin-belt turning device takes into account the dimensions and weights of the bags in order to achieve an exact positioning preset by the respective packing pattern.

Packed fast and safely Roller conveyors transfer the completed bag stacks to the packaging system BEUMER stretch hood A. Krumkamp explains: „We have completely redesigned this machine from the ground up. It is even more easy and safe for the

Gentle palletising is ensured BEUMER Group installed a BEUMER paletpac 3000 layer palletiser for fully automatic, reliable and most of all fast palletizing. This system precisely stacks 50 kilogram bags layer by layer in a 5-bag pattern onto the pallets. Krumkamp explains: „The system includes

Palletising and packaging process: BEUMER Group supplied a BEUMER paletpac 3000 and a BEUMER stretch hood A (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

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The BEUMER paletpac stacks the 50 kilogram bags in 5-bag-patterns onto the pallets in an exact and gentle manner (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

user to operate than the existing systems. In order to facilitate the work for the maintenance personnel and to ensure high system availability, the system no longer needs a service platform. Maintenance work, such as changing the blades or the sealing bars, is handled at floor level. Additional benefits include the compact design, resulting low machine height and a small footprint. Mr. Pirker says: „This means that the BEUMER stretch hood A fits perfectly into the new hall.“ A film transport system, which is particularly gentle on the material, delivers the previously cut and sealed film hood into the system. On its way to the stretching unit, the sealing seam on the film hood cools down so that it High requirements for packaging: The finished pallets are loaded onto the truck beds. A long journey awaits them. The client can be up to thousand kilometres away (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

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Roller conveyors transfer the palletised bags to the BEUMER stretch hood A (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

can be stretched without losing time. This allows for the elimination of energy-consuming cooling units and efficiency-reducing cooling times. This means that the pallets can be packed in a shorter cycle time. Hermann Krumkamp is delighted: „We handle 60 pallets per hour. This number can be increased if required.“ But there was something to consider regarding the packaging: „Unlike transportation in Germany, in Africa the material may need to travel by truck not only a few hundred kilometres, but often up to a thousand kilometres,“ Mr. Pirker says. In addition, high temperatures soften the material of the film. Pirker explains: „We use film of 80 and 100 micrometers in thickness in order to obtain the required transportation safety.“

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Ohorongo put the systems into operation in May 2016. Manfred Pirker, plant manager, is happy: „A packaging line that is customised to our specific requirements has been built.“ The tight timeframe could only be held because all people involved in the project collaborated intensively. The cement manufacturer was convinced of BEUMER Group‘s sophisticated technical planning, the fast development as well as optimal adaptation of the systems.

BEUMER Group The BEUMER Group is an international leader in the manufacture of intralogistics systems for conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation, and distribution. With 4,000 employees worldwide, the BEUMER Group has annual sales of about EUR 750 million. The BEUMER Group and its subsidiaries and sales agencies provide their customers with highquality system solutions and an extensive customer support network around the globe and across a wide range of industries, including bulk materials and piece goods, food/non-food, construction, mail order, post, and airport baggage handling. For more information, please visit: www.beumergroup.com.

Contact: Press contact BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG Regina Schnathmann Tel. + 49 (0) 2521 24 381 Regina.Schnathmann@beumergroup.com Verena Breuer Tel. + 49 (0) 2521 24 317 Verena.Breuer@beumergroup.com www.beumergroup.com The plant of Ohorongo Cement is located in the Namibian region of Otjozondjupa that is rich in limestone. The Schwenk subsidiary produces five cements of different quality at the location in Sargberg (Photos: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

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18th International Trade Fair for Construction Equipment and Technologies

Messe München GmbH. Munich | Germany

CTT 2017 demonstrates stability in a challenging market

CTT 2017, the 18th International Trade Fair for Construction Equipment and Technologies, was successfully held between May 30 and June 3 at the Crocus Expo IEC in Moscow, Russia. (Photo: Messe München GmbH)

TT 2017, the 18th International Trade Fair for Construction Equipment and Technologies, was successfully held between May 30 and June 3 at the Crocus Expo IEC in Moscow, Russia. The slowly stabilizing economic situation and the gradually rising demand on the Russian construction machinery market formed the background against which the exhibition took place.

CTT 2017 CTT 2017 attracted more than 20,000 participants from 56 countries and regions. Stefan Rummel, Managing Director of Messe München, expressed his satisfaction: “Despite the still challenging economic situation, CTT once again confirms its leading role in Russia and the CIS. This show is not only a platform for product presentation, exploring product innovations and market trends, but also a good opportunity for industry communication and cooperation for further growth.” In total 557 exhibitors, which is an increase of 6,3 percent compared to last year, from 30 countries showcased their new products and innovations for the Russian and

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CIS market on 61,000 square meters of exhibition space. Many exhibitors returned to this year’s show. The top ten exhibiting countries were (in this order): Russia, China, Germany, Italy, Turkey, Finland, Korea, Czech Republic, Belarus and Spain. Andreas Lettl, General Director of CTT Expo LLC, who joined the company in December 2016, looks on the results highly favorably: “The satisfying number of visitors and exhibitors reflects the trust in the brand of CTT. Hence, CTT indicates to remain the most important event in the Russian market.” Galina Shamsulina, Marketing Manager at Manitou Vostok LLC also agrees: “The trade fair CTT has always been important for our company as it is the largest exhibition in Moscow”.

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TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY Irina Loseva, Manager of Advertising Department at Chaika-NN pointed out:” CTT is a platform for maintaining the image of our company. We are satisfied with the results and reached new customers. For us CTT is the most important show. It is most likely that we will take part in the edition next year.” The exhibitors furthermore emphasized the quality of the visitors. As Dmitry Khohlov, Marketing Manager at Rusbiznesauto (official dealer of SDLG), remarked: “CTT is an excellent platform for looking for new clients and partners, making important meetings with Russian customers as well as with foreign partners as they are interested in the Russian market and want to get acquainted with it.” Johann Sailer, CEO at GEDA-Dechentreiter, was also very positive: “The growing international character of CTT makes it an ideal springboard for accessing the target markets of Russia and it also serves as an ideal business platform for information exchanges and worldwide collaboration. As expected, most of our visitors came from Moscow and southern Russia, regarding the international character visitors mainly came from the CIS.” Exhibitors from outside Russia also made good use of this event to showcase their innovations and advanced technologies. This year’s CTT featured four national pavilions from China, Finland, Germany and Italy. In addition, this year’s show featured a program of 15 accompanying events including seminars, workshops and panel discussions for professionals. Ministries, supporters and associations discussed the current market conditions for local manufacturers of road construction equipment. Further focus topics were self-regulation in the construction industry, possibilities of innovative diamond technologies in the construction industry as well as challenges and solutions in planning and building of airports. CTT 2017 received official support from various national authorities and professional unions. Among them were: the State Duma Committee for Transport and Construction, the Ministry of Construction, Housing and Utilities, the Russian Union of Builders, the Russian Engineering Union, the Committee for Entrepreneurship in Construction of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Moscow City Department of Urban Policy and the Ministry of Construction Complex of the Moscow Region. The next event will take place in Moscow from June 5 to 8, 2018, under the new name of bauma CTT RUSSIA.

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Construction machinery trade shows of Messe München Organizing trade shows for the international construction machinery sector is a core competence of Messe München. Its portfolio includes not only the world´s leading trade show, bauma in Munich, and the brand event bauma CHINA in Shanghai – it also cooperates with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) in the organization of bauma CONEXPO INDIA in Gurgaon/Delhi and bauma CONEXPO AFRICA in Johannesburg. In December 2015, Messe München expanded its portfolio by purchasing CTT which is now named bauma CTT RUSSIA. Further in March 2017, the trade fair organizer increased the bauma network again by gaining the license of the trade fair in South America, M&T Expo BRAZIL, as well as the licenses of the Brazilian shows M&T P&S and Construction Expo. Messe München Messe München is one of the leading exhibition organizers worldwide with more than 50 of its own trade shows for capital goods, consumer goods and new technologies. Every year, a total of over 50,000 exhibitors and around three million visitors take part in more than 200 events at the exhibition center in Munich, at the ICM – Internationales Congress Center München and the MOC Veranstaltungscenter München as well as abroad. Together with its subsidiary companies, Messe München organizes trade shows in China, India, Brazil, Russia, Turkey, South Africa, Nigeria, Vietnam and Iran. With a network of associated companies in Europe, Asia, Africa and South America as well as around 70 representations abroad for over 100 countries, Messe München has a global presence.

Contact: Messe München GmbH Messegelaende, 81823 Munich E-Mail: info@bauma-ctt.com | Phone +49 (0) 89 949-20251 3/2 Kapranova lane | office 501 Moscow Phone +7 (495) 961-22-62

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NEWS & REPORTS BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG

A real boom

BEUMER Group develops a mobile app for monitoring the operation of entire packaging lines

The new BEUMER app enables users to keep an eye on the current status of the machines connected to their system using their mobile devices (Photo: BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG)

The BEUMER Group has developed the BEUMER Overall Operation Monitoring app, an application which enables staff to maintain an overview of all the relevant parameters of their packaging line on their mobile devices at any time. The application shows the status quo of availability, performance and quality levels as well as the energy and compressed-air consumption. This ensures efficient operation of all systems. The program can be adapted to customer-specific requirements. With this development, the BEUMER Group is taking a further step towards Industry 4.0: BEUMER Overall Operation Monitoring enables users to keep a constant eye on the current status of the filling, palletizing and packaging machines connected to their system using their mobile devices. The app clearly shows all lines with their most important parameters. This gives staff important information on the effectiveness of the entire line: availability, performance and quality level of the line or single machines, energy and compressed-air consumption. The customer can quickly evaluate all data and have them displayed in a target-performance comparison or diagram.

BEUMER Group The BEUMER Group is an international leader in the manufacture of intralogistics systems for conveying, loading, palletizing, packaging, sortation, and distribution. With 4,000 employees worldwide, the BEUMER Group has annual sales of about EUR 750 million. BEUMER Group and its subsidiaries and sales agencies provide their customers with high-quality system solutions and an extensive customer support network around the globe and across a wide range of industries, including bulk materials and piece goods, food/non-food, construction, mail order, mail and airport baggage handling. For further information visit www.beumergroup.com.

Users can adapt the new BEUMER Group app to their specific requirements. Parameters can be added, line constellations changed and further dashboards added.

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NEWS & REPORTS RUBBLE MASTER HMH GmbH

RM GO! SMART RUBBLE MASTER enhances service with app

RUBBLE MASTER bindet mobile Endgeräte wie Smartphones und Tablets in die Infrastruktur seiner mobilen Brechanlagen ein. (Foto: RUBBLE MASTER HMH GmbH)

The RM innovations presented at this year‘s Recycling Aktiv trade fair generated huge interest among the visitors. The flagship, the RM 120GO!, was shown in operation for the first time in combination with the new RM GO! SMART service tool. RUBBLE MASTER is the first in its sector to integrate mobile end devices such as smartphones and tablets in the infrastructure of its mobile crushing machines. The vision of a tool which guides the operator in the optimisation of throughput and troubleshooting will become reality in the near future for the Linz-based recycling specialists for stone and recycled construction materials. „Service has always been a key aspect of our company philosophy. The proven services such as the RM Academy, the 24/7 service hotline and RM Lifetime Support were extended in 2016 with the addition of the RM GO! SMART digital service innovation,“ explains Gerald Hanisch, founder and CEO of RUBBLE MASTER. Visitors at Recycling Aktiv were able to see the convincing benefits of this fleet management tool and the outstanding throughput rate of the RM 120GO! for themselves in a demonstration of the RM 120GO! with integrated RM GO! SMART. „Together with the RM GO! SMART service and optimisation tool the RM 120GO! is paving our way to the future. With a throughput rate of up to 350 t/h and a weight of only 35 t the mobile impact crusher is breaking new ground for us in every respect,“ says Hanisch with confidence. Thanks to this mobile crusher, RM offers a

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compact alternative to other crushers in this performance class. Service, cost saving and efficiency are just some of the criteria why companies decide to invest in a RUBBLE MASTER impact crusher. RM GO! SMART now adds another differentiator.

Remote service enables efficient condition monitoring of the machine RM machines are often found in the remotest parts of the world. It has now been possible to resolve what previously failed due to poor network coverage at the crusher job sites (e.g. mines or tunnels). RM GO! SMART provides the right information at the right time and above all at

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NEWS & REPORTS the right place. To avoid the problem of unstable internet connections the RM solution saves data temporarily on the mobile end device and is thus available at any place and at any time. Currently the five most important performance parameters are evaluated and made available live on the device. These values are compiled from over 200 linked data sets such as the power draw of the motor or the temperature of liquids. If a threshold value is exceeded it is reported immediately and independently by the crusher to the operator. It will soon be possible to use around 50 of these digital troubleshooting routines via the app. The plan for the future is to add further, more detailed analyses and optimisation possibilities with the help of additional service parameters.

About RUBBLE MASTER HMH GmbH Gerald Hanisch founded RUBBLE MASTER in 1991 at a time when others were tentatively beginning to think about recycling construction and demolition waste. The visionary Hanisch successfully developed an innovative machine 25 years ago. In 1992 RUBBLE MASTER presented the first crusher for the recycling of materials left over from the production of bricks and asphalt or concrete debris. The aggregate obtained this way is used for tennis courts or as filler material, for example. The breakthrough then came for the global market leader in 1997. With exports accounting for over 95% of business, RM is currently represented by 70 sales partners in around 100 countries in all continents of the world. Besides the core markets of Central Europe and North America the company also has satisfied customers in Eastern Europe, Russia, Asia, Africa and South America. Visit www.rubblemaster.com for more information.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: RUBBLE MASTER HMH GmbH Im SĂźdpark 196 4030 Linz Tanja Sulzbacher E-Mail: tanja.sulzbacher@rubblemaster.com Tel.: +43 (0)732/73 71 17â&#x20AC;&#x201C;312 Mobil: +43 (0)664/96 21 816

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RUBBLE MASTER is the first in its sector to integrate mobile end devices such as smartphones and tablets in the infrastructure of its mobile crushing machines. The vision of a tool which guides the operator in the optimisation of throughput and troubleshooting will become reality in the near future for the Linz-based recycling specialists for stone and recycled construction materials (Photo: RUBBLE MASTER HMH GmbH)

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NEWS & REPORTS Rockster North America Inc.

New dimensions in the mobile crushing technology Rockster presents latest technology for the best performance with its new impact R1000S

Rockster presents latest technology for the best performance with its new impact R1000S (Photo: Rockster North America Inc.)

Increased operating and safety comfort, machine monitoring and highest possible efficiency are more and more required by Rocksters customers. Therefore the crusher specialists developed this new crushing plant that shows a wide range of refinements, such as: • a new developed multifunctional color display, • an auto start and stop function, • a stepless variable, • fully hydraulic gap adjustment with integrated measuring system • automatic load-dependent, stepless regulation of the conveying speed • quick hammer exchange device • hydraulic vertically adjustable magnetic separator, • the hydraulically lowerable screenbox • the swiveling catwalk make the maintenance of the machine easier

The versatile setting options and the two-deck prescreening with a screen mesh provides excellent quality. The up-and-over lift system of the side and back doors ensures event greater free moving space and saves additionally space.

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The R1000S in detail The vibrating pre-screen chute is resonating to stop deposits in the shaft. The vibrating discharge chute is transporting the material on the main conveyor and prevents the wear of the belt – this will significantly save wearing costs. The inlet width of barely one meter and the oversized rotor diameter of more than one meter guarantee the best throughput rates in the different applications. The blow bar exchange is also possible with a built-on hammer exchange device, an external lifting device is not necessary. The hammers are available in different quality levels. The optional screening system – consisting of the compact circular vibrating screen RS100 in combination with the patent protected double functional return belt RB92 – is the perfect complement for the track-mounted compact crusher R1000S for creating 100% defined final grain. Furthermore the hydraulically lowerable screenbox make the maintenance and service easier.

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NEWS & REPORTS From Transport To Working Mode

Rockster North America Inc.

Because of the compact transport measurements – length 10,10 m, width 2,55 m and height 3,2 m – and the weight of 30,4 tons, it is possible to transport the Rockster R1000S without any special authorization. It takes just 10 minutes to unload the impact crusher and to put it into operation. If the transport includes the optional screening system the dismantling of the return belt and screen box is not necessary. It is also possible to transport the machine with screening system without a specifically required authorization because of the transport measurements – length 14,00 m, width 2,98 m and 3,2 m height.

Rockster Recycler is an Austrian specialist in the development and manufacture of mobile crushing and screening plants for profitable recycling of asphalt and construction waste, as well as the efficient processing of natural stone. With innovations like the patented DUPLEX system, the patented double functional return belt or the unique Hybrid Crusher, the company repeatedly demonstrates its progressive approach.“Our success depends on the success of our customers”, says Wolfgang Kormann – CEO of Rockster Recycler.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Rockster North America Inc. 551 Anderson Ave. Suite B Hammonton, NJ 08037 USA Phone 1-856-213-2119 email: office@rockster.us.com

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NEWS & REPORTS KEESTRACK N.V.

Keestrack reveals its new webshop

launching the new Keestrack website last December we proudly show our new Keestrack webshop. After

Keestrack reveals its new webshop

A user friendly, 24/7 available, webshop where you can find all merchandise, print, branding & clothing available. Keestrack distributors can simply order with their given login and password, and place their order in a few simple clicks.

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The webshop is also available for all Keestrack fans and they can buy a selection of Keestrack articles by simply creating an account. All logistics, stock and administration will be handled by our service partner Hokra. Situated in the Netherlands they have set up a unique infrastructure to make this a successful project in cooperation with Keestrack.

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NEWS & REPORTS Metso Corporation

Metso Corporation

Zinkgruvan Mining aims for continued stable production by signing new service agreement with Metso

(Left) Magnus Andersson, Mill Manager at Zinkgruvan, and Urban Klitsch, Metso‘s LCS Manager for Zinkgruvan, in the concentrator (Photos: Metso)

inkgruvan Mining AB in Askersund, Sweden, has signed a new Life Cycle Services (LCS) agreement with Metso. The agreement covers mill lining and related services for five grinding mills and is valid for three years. A „cost per ton“ agreement ensures that both Zinkgruvan‘s and Metso‘s goals are aligned for maximum production as well as safer operations, and is a result of the unique and longstanding partnership between the companies.

Under the new LCS contract, five mills in total, including a new autogenous mill that was commissioned in April of this year, will be maintained and serviced at Zinkgruvan. The new mill is expected to help increase production by 10%. The order was booked in Metso‘s first-quarter 2017 orders received. „Our cooperation is a well-functioning concept: Metso contributes both expertise and experience. Deliveries are on time and we can rely on the quality of solutions coming from Metso‘s factory in Ersmark,“ says Magnus Andersson, Mill Manager at Zinkgruvan Mining AB.

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Working around the clock to ensure safe and smooth maintenance Technology plays a central role in the future of the Zinkgruvan mine at Askersund. Metso has delivered most of the process equipment for the mine and is working with the entire process, from crushing, grinding, and beneficiation to finished metal concentrate. There are normally three fixed maintenance shutdowns per year. Every stoppage costs money and therefore all unplanned downtime needs to be avoided.

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NEWS & REPORTS „Availability is a key word for Metso. Our job is to make sure that stoppages are short and safe. With Zinkgruvan, we have a frank dialogue with fast decision making. We are set to deliver at short notice and do our utmost to resolve any problems that might arise,“ says Urban Klitsch, Metso‘s LCS Manager for Zinkgruvan. HSE work is the main item on the daily agenda at the mine. Metso‘s service personnel are also actively working to find new measures to improve safety. As an example of extra precautions, there is a protective structure built around the mill during a maintenance shutdown. „Here at the plant our preventive work brings results: our Lost Time Incident Frequency (LTIF) is now 1.8, which is a very good result in the industry,“ Andersson explains.

About Zinkgruvan The Zinkgruvan zinc, lead, copper and silver mine is located approximately 250 km southwest of Stockholm in south-central Sweden. The mine site is some 20 km from the town of Askersund and comprises a deep underground mine, a processing plant and associated infrastructure as well as tailings disposal facilities. Concentrates are trucked from the mine to a nearby inland port from where they are shipped via canal and sea to European smelter customers. Zinkgruvan employs about 380 people and is owned by Lundin Mining since 2004.

About Metso Metso is a world leading industrial company serving the mining, aggregates, recycling, oil, gas, pulp, paper and process industries. We help our customers improve their operational efficiency, reduce risks and increase profitability by using our unique knowledge, experienced people and innovative solutions to build new, sustainable ways of growing together. Our products range from mining and aggregates processing equipment and systems to industrial valves and controls. Our customers are supported by a broad scope of services and a global network of over 80 service centers and about 6,000 services professionals. Metso has an uncompromising attitude towards safety. Metso is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki, Finland, and had sales of about EUR 2.6 billion in 2016. Metso employs over 11,000 persons in more than 50 countries. Expect results.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Metso Corporation Tony Hansson Director Sales and Service Sweden Mining Tel. +46 920 25 06 80 e-mail tony.hansson@metso.com Urban Klitsch LCS Manager Sweden Mining, Tel. +46 070 565 5240 e-mail urban.klitsch@metso.com Helena Marjaranta Vice President Global Communications Metso Corporation, Tel. +358 20 484 3212 e-mail helena.marjaranta@metso.com

Installation of the last lifter in the new mill (Photos: Metso)

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NEWS & REPORTS Metso Corporation

Metso invests in growth

The assembly capacity of Lokotrack crushing plants in Tampere is to be enhanced

In the future, motors will also be assembled next to the new Speedline 2 so that all components to be installed in Lokotrack equipment will be in the same hall (Photos: Metso)

he capacity of Metso‘s Tampere factories will be increased and occupational safety improved with the new production line for Lokotrack mobile crushing plants. The investment of approximately one million euros will significantly shorten the delivery times of equipment models put into line assembly production. The construction work for the new line will already start during the summer, and the first new Lokotrack equipment would come out of the line in Q1 2018.

The Speedline 1 assembly line currently in use at Metso‘s Tampere factory produces in each working shift one Compact series mobile crusher weighing about 50 tonnes. The new Speedline 2 line will increase the theoretical capacity by more than 30 percent. „The delivery times of equipment models implemented on a line assembly method instead of today‘s fixed assembly method will be significantly reduced. At the same time, we will release plenty of space for assembling the largest crusher and Lokotrack models in fixed assembly locations,“ says Juha Erkkilä, the project manager in charge. „Due to the increasing demand for track-mounted

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mobile crushing plants, heavier and more complex models, such as the LT120(TM), LT300HP/GP(TM) and LT220D(TM) will also be manufactured on Speedline 2 in addition to the current large volume models, such as the LT106(TM) and LT1213(TM).“

Improved safety also for visitors The renovation will improve the safety of both personnel and visitors to the factory.

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NEWS & REPORTS „The parts to be assembled can be better accommodated in the more spacious hall, which improves occupational safety. A new elevated gangway will also be built in the project, allowing visitors to view the operations in the factory more safely and fluently,“ Erkkilä continues.

More than 30 years of product development for mobile crushing plants Metso is the leading manufacturer of mobile crushers globally. Typically, mobile crushing plants are used by contractors, which is why the equipment must be capable of being flexibly moved from one production site to another. Metso‘s Lokotrack series combines over 30 years‘ experience in developing mobile crushing equipment with latest materials and ease of use. The Lokotrack® UrbanTM series, particularly suitable for use in densely populated areas and even city centers, was launched in spring 2017. The new solution simplifies crushing operations, incorporates significant noise protection and cuts dust emissions remarkably, minimizing the impact for people living and working around construction sites. The manufacture of Lokotrack crushers has been concentrated to Metso‘s Tampere factories, while there is also production in India and China.

Juha Erkkilä, manager of Speedline 2 project, is pleased with the spaciousness of the new assembly line (Photos: Metso)

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NEWS & REPORTS Wirtgen Group

The Wirtgen Group to join with Deere & Company WINDHAGEN, Germany (June 2017) – The Wirtgen Group announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Deere & Company to have Deere acquire the Wirtgen Group, a privately-held international company headquartered in Windhagen that is the leading manufacturer worldwide in the road construction industry. Stefan Wirtgen, managing partner at Wirtgen, said, “The Wirtgen Group has a legacy of technology and innovation with market-leading products and a strong focus on the customer. As we looked to the future, we specifically chose Deere as the buyer because of our long-held respect for the organization and our full confidence that Deere is dedicated to the ongoing success of the Wirtgen Group and our employees worldwide.” Jürgen Wirtgen, managing partner at Wirtgen, added, “Our company’s strength and success comes from dedicated employees, who are focused on helping customers succeed in the road construction industry. We believe this transaction allows the company to be successful well into the future – independent of our family ownership.” Deere plans to maintain the Wirtgen Group’s existing brands, management, manufacturing footprint, employees, and distribution network. The combined business is expected to benefit from sharing best practices in distribution, manufacturing and technology as well as in scale and efficiency of operations. The Wirtgen Group has five premium brands with marketleading positions across the entire road construction segment spanning processing, mixing, paving, compaction and rehabilitation. The Wirtgen Group has more than 8,000 employees and sells products in more than 100 countries. Samuel R. Allen, Deere & Company chairman and chief executive officer, said, “The Wirtgen Group’s superb reputation, strong customer relationships and demonstrated financial performance are attractive as Deere expands its reach in construction equipment to more customers, markets and geographies.”

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Max Guinn, president of Deere’s construction and forestry division, said, “The Wirtgen Group strengthens Deere’s strong position in the construction equipment industry, enhances our ability to serve customers across the globe and improves Deere’s competitive position through the addition of market-leading products.” Guinn said spending on road construction and transportation projects has grown at a faster rate than the overall construction industry and tends to be less cyclical. He added there is recognition globally that infrastructure improvements must be a priority and roads and highways are among the most critical in need of repair and replacement. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval in several jurisdictions. The companies said they expect to close on the transaction in the fourth quarter of the 2017 calendar year. The Wirtgen Group (www.wirtgen-group.com) is an internationally operating group of companies in the construction machinery sector incorporating the traditional product brands: Wirtgen, Vögele, Hamm, Kleemann and Benninghoven. As technological leader, the Wirtgen Group offers its customers mobile machine solutions for road construction and road rehabilitation, plants for mining and processing minerals or recycling material and for the production of asphalt.

WIRTGEN GROUP, Martin Heitz Reinhard-Wirtgen-Straße 2, 53578 Windhagen Tel.: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 7321, Fax: +49 (0) 2645 131 – 499 E-Mail: pr@wirtgen-group.com

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NEWS & REPORTS Kleemann GmbH

Kleemann GmbH:

D + H Verwertung place their confidence in three mobile screening and crushing plants from Kleemann

The high output, simple operation and low fuel consumption of the robust MC 110 Z EVO convinced D + H. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

+ H Verwertung GmbH has been active in the waste management industry since 1996 and concentrates on the processing of building rubble, mixed soil waste and building mixed waste. Several hundred tons of residual construction materials arrive on the company premises every day. To satisfy the good order situation, three new crushing and screening plants were procured from Kleemann in the last three months.

D + H Verwertung place their confidence in three mobile screening and crushing plants

prescreening. Together with the Kleemann material flow concept CFS, this guarantee higher product quality and output. For the operators, plant operation is simple via the integrated touch panel in the control cabinet and via the radio remote control.

In November 2016, the Wirtgen Group subsidiary in Windhagen provided D + H Verwertung GmbH with a mobile jaw crusher MC 110 Z EVO as a demonstration plant. „In this manner, we were able to run the Kleemann jaw crusher parallel to our previous crushing plant and discovered that the MC 110 Z EVO had a considerably higher output although the jaw crusher per se is smaller“, said Manfred Grünberg, Managing Director of D + H Verwertung GmbH. Subsequently, the decision to procure the MC 110 Z EVO by D + H was easy to make because, in comparison, the jaw crushing plant is not only more robust but also offers, thanks to an independent double-deck prescreen, effective

Another positive factor for Grünberg was service and support from the Wirtgen Group subsidiary in Windhagen. Christoph Obalski, a member of the Wirtgen Group sales team, was at the company a few weeks later for discussions on the acquisition of a new screening plant. In January 2017, the MOBISCREEN MS 21 Z was already put into operation at D + H as a demonstration plant. In comparison to the previous screening plant, this plant also achieved an increase in output combined with improved fractionation of the recycling material. Due to the good performance, a second MS 21 Z was put into operation already in the

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NEWS & REPORTS Manfred Grünberg, Managing Director of D + H Verwertung GmbH (left) and Christoph Obalski, member of the sales team from Wirtgen Group subsidiary in Windhagen (right). (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

middle of March. „Thanks to all-round work platforms, the screen decks are easily accessible and can be adjusted quickly by the operators“, said Thomas Verhuven, site manager at D + H. Both plants are very quiet to operate, which also facilitates the certification process. Depending on the order situation, the recycling yard receives 500 – 3,000 tons a day of residual construction materials, for example, building rubble and rubble mixed with soil, via two weighbridges. When the material is ready to be screened, it is loaded onto one of the two screens for coarse elements (scalping screens) MS 21 Z. The screens differ only with regard to the screen surface. One plant uses a finger screen surface to screen mainly cohesive feed material and creates three fractions: 0-30 mm, 30-75 mm and 75-x mm. The second plant is provided with a punched plate and screens more sandy material into grains of 0-18, 18-50 and 50-x mm. The stone-free and unmixed material is subsequently transported for further utilisation depending on the order.

Contact: KLEEMANN GmbH Mark Hezinger Manfred-Wörner-Straße 160 73037 Göppingen Germany Telefon: +49 (0) 7161 206-209 Telefax: +49 (0) 7161 206-100 e-mail: mark.hezinger@kleemann.info www.kleemann.info

Not one but two scalping screens of type MOBISCREEN MS 21 Z are used by D + H to process residual construction materials. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

On the other hand, the screened oversize grain is directly further processed with the MC 110 Z EVO that crushes the material to 0-45 mm. Integrated hopper extensions on the feed hopper facilitate feeding. For an exact final grain size, the material is screened by a downstream classifying screening plant and washed in a float-sink process. The material is then conveyed by a conveyor belt to the stockpile and the oversized product is directed back to the MC 110 Z EVO by the oversize grain returning system. The RCL recyclate 0-45 is used by D + H‘s customers for roadbeds, filling work or road-building.

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NEWS & REPORTS Kleemann GmbH

Kleemann GmbH:

Kleemann introduces new mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN MS 952 EVO

The new mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN MS 952 EVO can be used efficiently in natural stone and recycling applications. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

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leemann will showcase its new mobile classifying screen MOBISCREEN S 952 EVO for the first time at CTT. The MOBISCREEN EVO classifying screens supplement the tried-and-tested EVO series, whose screening and crushing plants are characterised by short tooling times, particularly good transport properties

New mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN MS 952 EVO The track-mounted classifying screens of the MOBISCREEN MS EVO line are the latest Kleemann development which can be used in natural stone and recycling applications. The MS EVO line features two double-deck screening plants MS 702 EVO and MS 952 EVO as well as two three-deck screening plants MS 703 and MS 953 EVO. The screen area measures approx. 7 mÂ˛ or 9.5 mÂ˛ in the upper deck depending on the model. As it is easy to transport, the screening plant is ideal for applications at alternating locations. Due to its short tooling times, it can be moved quickly and used flexibly. At the same time, the MS 952 EVO is very efficient and processes up to 500 tonnes of material per hour. With the MS 952 EVO up to three fraction sizes are produced, two of which are classified exactly. For further flexibility Kleemann offers

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a large number of different screen surfaces for different applications. The screen box is easily accessible from all sides, thus enabling the simple and quick replacement of screen surfaces. All other service components can be reached from the ground or the surrounding platform for uncomplicated maintenance work. The MS 952 EVO can be fed by a wheel loader or an upstream crushing plant. The optimised material flow of the screening plant results in high efficiency. The feed hopper has a very large load capacity which opens in the direction of the material flow thus enabling an even material distribution. The material is conveyed further via the 1200 mm wide feeding conveyor. As a result the incline of the belt can be adapted hydraulically to the material flow. The screening angle of the screen box can also be varied depending on the application. The impact plate at the belt discharge distributes the material evenly on the screen area and thus protects the plant against

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NEWS & REPORTS wear. When interlinked with crushing plants from the EVO series, whose size and performance are compatible with the EVO screening plants, the plants work very efficiently. To increase work safety, Kleemann uses an emergency-off system that functions across all screening and crushing plants. The plant is controlled via a user-friendly, mobile control panel which can be plugged in at three different points on the screening plant. All folding and lowering functions can be viewed, thus enhancing safety for the plant operator. The jerk-free movement of the MS 952 EVO is effected by means of proportionally controlled hydraulic valves. The automatic mode allows the plant operator to start up the machine within a few minutes. Production data and machine settings can be read off the control panel.

Transport of the MS 952 EVO is easy because of compact measurements. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

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Contact: KLEEMANN GmbH Mark Hezinger Manfred-Wรถrner-Straร e 160 73037 Gรถppingen Germany Telefon: +49 (0) 7161 206-209 Telefax: +49 (0) 7161 206-100 e-mail: mark.hezinger@kleemann.info www.kleemann.info

Kleemann GmbH Kleemann GmbH is a member company of the Wirtgen Group, an expanding and international group of companies doing business in the construction equipment industry. This Group includes the five wellknown brands, Wirtgen, Vรถgele, Hamm, Kleemann and Benninghoven with their headquarters in Germany and local production sites in Brazil, India and China. Worldwide customer support is provided by its 55 own sales and service companies.

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New mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN EVO from Kleemann

The mobile screening plants MOBISCREEN EVO have a high performance in both natural stone as well as recycling applications. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

t recycling aktiv in Karlsruhe, Kleemann will be presenting its latest development: the mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN MS 702 EVO. Just as the crushing plants in the EVO series, the MOBISCREEN EVO series impresses with its excellent transport properties, flexible application options and high performance.

New mobile screening plant MOBISCREEN EVO from Kleemann Kleemann has expanded the EVO series overall by four classifying screens. The track-driven double-deck classifying screens MS 702 EVO and MS 952 EVO as well as the triple-deck classifying screens MS 703 EVO and MS 953 EVO. The upper deck on both plant sizes has a screening surface area of 7 m² or 9.5 m². As with the crushing plants, the favourable transport dimensions and short setup times of the classifying screens meet the demands of contractor crushers. The MS 702/703 EVO achieves a maximum output of 350 t/h and the MS 952/952 EVO an hourly output of up to 500 tons. This high output is achieved, above all, thanks to the good material flow through the plant. This starts with the infeed which, thanks to the generously-sized feed hopper, is possible by means of a wheel loader or an upstream crushing plant. The material is conveyed to the

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screen casing on the extra-wide feeding conveyor of 1,200 mm. Its screening angle can be adapted to the application. An impact plate on the conveyor discharge spreads the material evenly on the screen surface. Wear is thus kept to a minimum and a high throughput is guaranteed. With the MOBISCREEN EVO screening plants, Kleemann also places an emphasis on the subject of safety. Operation of the screening plant is via a mobile control panel that can be attached at three different points on the plant. This guarantees the best viewing positions of the executed plant functions. All plant functions are started automatically – without each side discharge conveyor having to be activated individually. Data on machine operation can also be read off at the control panel. Plant movement is without jolts thanks to proportionally activated hydraulic valves. The plants operate particularly efficiently and produce a high output when interlinked with crushing

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The mobile screening plants MOBISCREEN EVO have a high performance in both natural stone as well as recycling applications. (Photo: Kleemann GmbH)

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Kleemann GmbH is a member company of the Wirtgen Group, an expanding and international group of companies doing business in the construction equipment industry. This Group includes the five wellknown brands, Wirtgen, Vรถgele, Hamm, Kleemann and Benninghoven with their headquarters in Germany and local production sites in Brazil, India and China. Worldwide customer support is provided by its 55 own sales and service companies.

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MB Crusher: Making the most of history with the MB Crusher BF90.3 crusher bucket

Making the most of history with the MB Crusher BF90.3 crusher bucket (Photo: MB Crusher)

e are in MĂśmlingen, a small town in the heart of Bavaria, where recently-finished work has brought new splendour to one of the German townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main squares, in front of the Church of St. Martin.

A location rich in charm and historical importance, and the subject of a global restoration project for the square in front of the church: a challenging project, which saw the use of the legendary crusher bucket by MB Crusher, the BF90.3. Fitted on a Doosan DX235 excavator, the BF90.3 crusher bucket was used for the on-site crushing of cobblestones and blocks of limestone from the preceding excavation of the square. Recycled directly on site, these crushed aggregates were then used on the same work site to fill the sub-floor for the creation of the new square. There were two evident advantages for the company using the crusher bucket by MB Crusher: the elimination

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of costs for dump disposal and for the purchasing of new aggregate materials for filling, and the consequential complete recycling of excavation materials. The use of the crusher bucket also allowed the construction company to completely recover the materials present on-site, with an evident reduction in emissions and consumption and a general reduction in noise pollution (a fundamental aspect nowadays for the management of urban work sites). There is of course also the simplicity of handling - the crusher bucket was transported installed directly on the excavator - an important aspect for any company operating in the sector that has to take on operations in urban work sites.

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An experience that was characterised by respect for the environment and the possibility of moving in limited spaces: two important and delicate themes that are often related to work in residential areas.

Focus on the BF90.3 This was the first crusher bucket in the world ever to be created and patented. Designed to resist the most challenging conditions of any work site, it is suitable for excavators from 21 tons upwards. This year it was further optimised in order to allow an increase in productivity, new options for the regulation of the dimension of materials in output, increased resistance and a reduction in maintenance times.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: MB S.p.A. Via Astico,nÂ° 30/A 36030 Fara Vicentino (VI) - Italy Tel: +39 0445 308148 Fax: +39 0445 308179 Web: www.mbcrusher.come

Making the most of history with the MB Crusher BF90.3 crusher bucket (Photo: MB Crusher)

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MB Crusher:

MB Crusher presented its crushing and screening attachments at Intermat Asean 2017

From 8th to 10th June 2017 MB displayed its products at the trade show in Bangkok (Photo: MB Crusher)

rom 8th to 10th June 2017 MB displayed its products at the trade show in Bangkok. It can transform your excavators, loaders, skidloders in a real crusher. The MB Crusher Buckets, 100% Made in Italy and available in 12 models, were on stage for the first time at Intermat Asean 2017, the International Trade Show for Construction Machinery and Materials, hold in Bangkok, Thailand, from 8th to 10th June 2017. At booth G15 Hall 3-4 visitors had the opportunity to see the MB Crusher Bucket BF70.2, suitable for excavator with an operative weight of over 14 tons, that this year has become part of the fourth generation of MB Crusher buckets. Together with the BF70.2, MB Crusher displayed the screening bucket MB-S14 (suitable for excavators between 20 to 35 Tons and equipped with baskets formed by interchangeable modular panels, available with holes of different sizes based on requirements).

MB attachment versatility can become helpful in these important construction projects since they are solutions that help saving time and costs of transportation. MB Crusher offers a wide range of Crusher and Screening Buckets, Grapples and Drum Cutters for the road constructionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s application. Suitable for any kind of operating machine (excavator, skid steer, backhoe loader, loader), MB products are extremely flexibile, adaptable to every situation and jobsite condition, even the hardest.

Starting from now till 2022, Asean (Association of SouthEast Asian Nations) would need about US$60 billion to fulfil its infrastructure needs. An ASEAN Infrastructure Fund (AIF) was launched in April 2012 with an estimated total lending commitment of up to US$300 million a year. AIF is expected to fund about 6 infrastructure projects each year. And MB Crusher is looking foward to be partner of local enterpruice for the infrastructure growth.

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MB Crusher: From now on, on-site separation will cost less

MB Crusher launches its 4th edition of the MB-S14 screening bucket and recalls how it has previously resolved problems of space and accumulated debris (Photo: MB Crusher)

Crusher launches its 4th edition of the MB-S14 screening bucket and recalls how previously resolved problems of space and accumulated debris. MBit has

The cleaner and more homogeneous the material obtained after a recycling process is, the more value it will have, both economically and ecologically. Being able to use inert materials of quality - or being able to resell them to third-party companies - is now a deciding factor for being competitive on markets.

It is precisely for this reason that having in-house machinery such as the highly productive MB Crusher screening bucket, which can quickly select any material that is homogeneous in size, makes all the difference. There are those who can testify to this, as did a German company that owns a demolition depot. For years, tonnes of material - a mixture of earth and debris - had been accumulating. It was therefore necessary to arrange and rearrange the areas, separating and cleaning the inert materials with equipment that would allow maximum productivity in a short time. The decision fell on the MB Crusher screening model MB-S14 that was purchased to work on a Liebherr 900 excavator. Equipped with a panelled basket with 20x20mm holes, the MB-S14 screening bucket allowed the company to

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manage the work area in just a few days: the soil was effectively separated from the larger debris and bulkier pieces of material, and the resulting inert material was gathered in an orderly manner. Satisfactory from both a logistical point of view and an economic one: with the MB-S14 screening bucket, the customer was successful in obtaining excellent clean material, capable of being marketed and gaining wide profit margins. Today, the company screens over 15 tonnes of material per day.

There is never two without three, and four comes free! - The fourth generation of the MB-S14 Designed to work with excavators from 9 to 20 tonnes, the MB-S14 screening bucket is now effectively deployed in the 4th Series of MB Crusher products. It weighs 1.10 tonnes and has a loading capacity of 1.10 m3.

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It is compact with dimensions of 1700 x 1400 x 1440 mm, and has baskets made of interchangeable modular panels, which are available with various sized holes as needed.

What are the advantages over the previous version?

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• New clamps for locking the panels, interchangeable and more durable • Structural optimisation which reduces panel replacement times • New generation transmission, for reliability and durability

MB Crusher launches its 4th edition of the MB-S14 screening bucket and recalls how it has previously resolved problems of space and accumulated debris (Photo: MB Crusher)

• New central greasing system to reduce maintenance times • Improved strength equilibrium between the digger’s arm and the screening bucket, thus increasing productivity • Improved reliability thanks to the use of special material and robotic construction techniques

Other exceptional equipment available: • PULVERISER KIT, to demolish processed dusts and allow screening even in closed environments • IRON SEPARATION KIT, to screen and immediately separate iron from demolition debris

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MB Crusher:

Can MB Crusher be a solution for the Crossrail project in London?

Can MB Crusher be a solution for the Crossrail project in London? Yes, MB Crusher can be a solution for these kind of project! (Photo: MB Crusher)

urope’s largest infrastructure project is currently underway: the Crossrail project is creating a new rail link between the east and west of the United Kingdom’s capital. The aim is to improve journey times across London, to offer better connections, the Elizabeth line will provide easier, quicker and more direct travel opportunities across the capital. Crossrail‘s central core section will utilise new east– west twin tunnels under central London, splitting into two branches at either end. The central London stations on the line will be Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Farringdon and Liverpool Street. Other stations on the line include Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, West Drayton, Ealing Broadway, Canary Wharf, Stratford, Woolwich, Romford and Shenfield. Around 200 million passengers are expected to travel on the Elizabeth line each year. Because of the huge amount of travellers, 10 new stations are being built to deal with the capacity. An extra 1.5 million people will now be within 45 minutes of central London thanks to the new trains. The tunnelled sections will be approximately 22 kilometres (14 mi) in length. As well as 10 brand new stations, Crossrail requires significant work on existing station infrastructure.[cit. http://www.crossrail.co.uk]

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NEWS & REPORTS Can MB Crusher be a solution for the Crossrail project in London? Yes, MB Crusher can be a solution for these kind of project! (Photo: MB Crusher)

Yes, MB Crusher can be a solution for these kind of project! To gain a competitive edge in today’s constantly evolving recycling and construction industries, companies are often striving to be self sufficient by having the skills and equipment already in house to streamline their costs and remain competitive. Not having to hire in equipment or skilled workers from external sources is key to achieving this. An attachment from MB can help you achieve this. With the MB crusher machines, all contractors can treat waste materials at the job site and obtain the material they need for the next phase of work. That’s the reason why MB crushing and screening attachments can be helpful in many heavy construction applications. For example, at a demolition site, the excavator can directly turn demolition waste into pebble stone, so mobile crushers or transporting the material to stationary units are no longer necessary.

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One-of-a-kind, and fitted with integrated systems for the reduction of dust, the MB range allows for crushing operations to be carried out in enclosed spaces and areas with limited ventilation. Tunnel digs, underground systems and industrial warehouses are no longer a limit for on-site recycling. The efficiency of the entire MB range is constant both for indoor and outdoor use. A clear advantage, confirming the versatility of the range. MB Crusher has been present in UK since long time, thanks to the cooperation with its dealer Worsley Plant. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: MB S.p.A. Via Astico,n° 30/A 36030 Fara Vicentino (VI) - Italy Tel: +39 0445 308148 Fax: +39 0445 308179 Web: www.mbcrusher.come

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MB Crusher:

MB, watchword: “traffic must not be interrupted” An exciting journey from the past to the future with MB Crusher drum cutters

An exciting journey from the past to the future with MB Crusher drum cutters (Photo: MB Crusher)

rom 1921 to 1998 it was, for many, one of the most prestigious and exciting racing circuits in the world. We are talking about the AVUS - Automobil-Verkehrs- und Übungsstraße - the first motorway to be opened to traffic, now part of the German A115 motorway, which for years was periodically closed to allow racing competitions to take place. We are in Berlin, Germany, and it is here that the company ERA GmbH made use of the range of MB Crusher drum cutters to complete demolition works on an old bridge which had loomed over the motorway for years. Opened in 1938, the old bridge had reached the end of its life, and had in fact been superseded by a new, recentlycompleted structure. As often happens, the demolition of a bridge leads to numerous logistic problems relating, above all, to the interruption of traffic along the road it spans. One of the aims of the contractor was in fact to not block traffic during the demolition of the old bridge. Following an initial phase, in which large drum cutters were used, it was the turn of smaller models from MB - specifically, the models MB-R800 (applicable to excavators of between 10 and 22 tons in weight) and MB-R900 (for excavators of between 19 and 35 tons) - to complete the work.

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The large drum cutters were used at the beginning for the primary demolition of the layers which made up the bridge. After this, in order to avoid too much stress on the structure, it was decided to use the MB Crusher drum cutters, the only cutters in the world fitted with the special patented system - direct drive twin motor system - which allows the differentiated distribution of power to the two cutting heads. In the case of operations on materials of varying hardness, the MB drum cutters adapt, applying power in proportion to the hardness of the material in question: this results in improved stability and a reduction in stress on the excavator arm. The work was carried out in two steps: the first led to the removal of a 36 cm-thick layer of cement, later used for filling operations as it was recycled without being contaminated with other materials; and a second step was for the demolition of a further layer of tar, destined

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NEWS & REPORTS for dumping, as it was contaminated material. This was therefore a working method which resulted in significant benefits, also from a point of view of respect for the environment. And that’s not all: despite the 8 days of intense work, it was not necessary to interrupt traffic, an essential factor for the successful completion of the operation: the particular manoeuvrability, precision and compact size of the MB drum cutters were determining factors in the optimisation of every step of the process, systematically demolishing the various layers that made up the bridge. MB proved successful both from a logistic and environmental point of view.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONEN AND CONTACT: MB S.p.A. Via Astico,n° 30/A 36030 Fara Vicentino (VI) - Italy Tel: +39 0445 308148 Fax: +39 0445 308179 Web: www.mbcrusher.come

MB has been THE world leader for over 15 year For over 15 years MB has been a leader in the fields of crushing, demolition and recycling, by designing, producing and selling the very first jaw bucket crusher. Since 2001, MB has offered the largest line of patented crusher buckets all over the world. With extensive innovation and development, MB now offers crusher buckets for excavators, skid loaders, and backhoes of all sizes. The values of the family owned business have enabled MB to reach levels of internationally recognized excellence: founded and headquartered in Italy, the company establishes itself globally through 7 international subsidiaries with logistic centers located on different continents, as well as an extensive network of authorized dealers and service support throughout the world. The biggest advantage at MB is the quality of its organization. Inside the new MB Headquarters, with a total area of over 180,000 square feet, MB manages all phases, from research and development to production to sales. The company controls the complete supply chain to ensure the products are of the highest “Made in Italy” quality. MB always looks forward to the future through the development of new tools and accessories to satisfy customers’ needs. An exciting journey from the past to the future with MB Crusher drum cutters (Photo: MB Crusher)

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Datong Coal Mine Group Orders CatÂŽ Armored Face Conveyor System for Longwall Top Coal Caving

Caterpillar will supply a complete longwall top coal caving (LTCC) armored face conveyor system to Majialiang coal mine, Datong Coal Mine Group. This system will be the fifth set of CatÂŽ LTCC face conveyors delivered to the mine. In the LTCC arrangement, the armored face conveyor (AFC) system has one conveyor in front of the roof supports to move coal cut from the face and one conveyor behind the roof supports to move caved coal. The world-class LTCC coal mining operation has a seam height of 6.32 meters on average, and the working face is approximately 250 meters. Production capacity is as much as 40,000 tonnes per day. The mine is near Datong City, Shanxi Province, China. This contract is the 22nd LTCC face conveyor contract signed by Caterpillar and Datong Coal Mine Group since 2004. The Caterpillar underground product group in Luenen, Germany, specifically designed this newest system to meet the production and service life requirements of

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the Majialiang mine. The Luenen facility will supply the drive systems for the AFC and stageloader, the crusher, belt return unit and the control system. The Caterpillar Langfang facility in China will manufacture the conveyor pans and drive frame structures. This contract marks the first complete LTCC conveyor structure to be manufactured in the Langfang.facility.

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NEWS & REPORTS Both the front face conveyor and the rear face conveyor will be about 250 meters in length, and each will have a 2 x 1050 kW drive system. The beam stage loader will be approximately 50 meters in length with a 1 x 600 kW drive system. Surface commissioning of the entire system will be started at Majialiang mine in April this year. The longwall is expected to be fully operational underground in the second quarter, 2017. Datong Coal Mine Group is the third-largest state-owned coal mining enterprise in China, after Shenhua Group and China Coal Group.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Caterpillar Trade Press Media Representatives Americas Sharon Holling: Holling_Sharon_L@cat.com Johanna Kelly: Kelly_Johanna_L@cat.com Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore: Shore_Francine_M@cat.com

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Caterpillar Inc. For 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2015 sales and revenues of $47.011 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three product segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation - and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. Our vision for innovation started in California in 1925 – long before Silicon Valley became the technology hub it is today. With an unmatched team and a pioneering spirit driving us forward we have one goal in mind: customer success. Our focus is on the future, we work with our customers around the clock and around the world to meet their ever-changing needs. The innovation and durability of our products ensures reliability in any situation. If your business can dream it, let us help you make it a reality.

Datong Coal Mine Group Orders Cat® Armored Face Conveyor System for Longwall Top Coal Caving (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Shaping the Construction Site of the Future

Wondering what the future hold in terms of technology? According to Bob De Lange, for Caterpillar and its products, the possibilities are endless. “As more customers adopt digital technology, get connected and value big data, we can provide even greater value,” said De Lange, Caterpillar’s Construction Industries Group President. “Helping our customers be more successful with our products and services has been the cornerstone of Caterpillar for nearly 100 years, and will continue that tradition for the next 100.” In fact, Caterpillar’s customers are really driving what’s next. As their businesses continue to grow and attitudes toward digital technology continue to evolve, Caterpillar will be right there with them—with the products and services to help them be successful like Cat® Connect Technology and Services. Cat Connect gives our customers a simplified approach to adopting construction technologies and services for all of the assets on their jobsite—not just Cat-branded

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products. It allows them to monitor, manage and enhance their operations, taking greater control of their jobsites. And it’s really in the “monitor, manage and enhance the operations” that Cat Connect can help articulate the value of “beyond the iron.”

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Ritchie Bros. and Caterpillar Strategic Alliance Launches

Ritchie Bros. (NYSE & TSX: RBA) and Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today launched a strategic alliance, originally announced in 2016, following the Ritchie Bros. acquisition of IronPlanet, a leading online marketplace for heavy equipment and other durable assets. Under the alliance, Ritchie Bros. will become Caterpillar’s preferred global partner for live onsite and online auctions for used Cat equipment, and will complement existing offerings within Cat® dealer channels. Ritchie Bros. will provide Caterpillar and its dealers with access to proprietary auction platforms, software and other valueadded services, enhancing the exchange of information and services between customers, dealers and suppliers. The strategic alliance is also expected to strengthen Ritchie Bros. relationship with independent Cat dealers around the world by providing them enhanced and continued access to a global auction marketplace to sell their used equipment. “Ritchie Bros. is proud to enter into this historic alliance, which will strengthen our relationship with Caterpillar, its dealers and end users, as well as help expand our global reach and footprint,” said Ravi Saligram, Chief Executive

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Officer of Ritchie Bros. “Our marketing capabilities, unrivaled suite of technology and powerful multi-channel transactional platforms will add tremendous value and make us a trusted strategic partner to the Caterpillar family.” The strategic alliance is expected to deliver benefits to both companies, independent Cat dealers and their respective customers, accelerating the delivery of Caterpillar’s connectivity offerings to improve customer fleet utilization. “Caterpillar currently has the largest connected industrial fleet in the world and the strategic alliance with Ritchie Bros. will help strengthen this key element of our digital strategy,” said Rob Charter, Caterpillar group president for Customer and Dealer Support. “Through this

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NEWS & REPORTS alliance, we will now be able to retrofit used Cat assets with new technology. Combined with connected new equipment, the data captured from these machines will help improve our customer’s productivity through our Cat Connect Technologies and Services.” The strategic alliance between Ritchie Bros. and Caterpillar will have an initial five-year term. Prior to the acquisition, Caterpillar and its dealers owned a minority position in IronPlanet.

About Ritchie Bros.: Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is a global asset management and disposition company, offering customers end-to-end solutions for buying and selling used heavy equipment, trucks and other assets. Operating in a multitude of sectors, including construction, transportation, agriculture, energy, oil and gas, mining, and forestry, the company’s selling channels include: Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, the world’s largest industrial auctioneer offers live auction events with online bidding; IronPlanet, an online marketplace with featured weekly auctions and providing its exclusive IronClad Assurance® equipment condition certification; EquipmentOne, an online auction marketplace; Mascus, a leading European online equipment listing service; and Ritchie Bros. Private Treaty, offering privately negotiated sales. The company also offers sector-specific solutions including GovPlanet, TruckPlanet, and Kruse Energy Auctioneers, plus equipment financing and leasing through Ritchie Bros. Financial Services. For more information about the unprecedented choice provided by Ritchie Bros., visit RitchieBros.com.

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About Caterpillar: For more than 90 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. With 2016 sales and revenues of $38.537 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company principally operates through its three product segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation - and also provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media.

Ritchie Bros. and Caterpillar Inc. today launched a strategic alliance, originally announced in 2016, following the Ritchie Bros. acquisition of IronPlanet, a leading online marketplace for heavy equipment and other durable assets (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Caterpillar and Westrac-China Win Large Hydraulic Excavator Deal in Inner Mongolia, China

Productivity, reliability, fuel economy and outstanding dealer support are why customers like Guangna Coal Industry Group buy Cat® equipment and keep coming back. The private entrepreneurial company operates 13 coal mines in northern China and depends on Cat excavators to handle overburden work and coal removal. Late last year, Guangna purchased 170 large excavators (336-349 size) from Westrac, followed by another large fleet deal of 230 excavators (340/349 size) this April. These are significant wins, particularly since the excavator market is incredibly competitive in China, where there are more than 25 local and international manufacturers. „We have tried various brands in our demanding conditions, said Wang Quancai - Chairman, Guangna Group. „The durability, quality and reliability of Cat products is the best, as is the service and support Westrac provides. Our experience is that Caterpillar and Westrac understand our unique business needs and deliver what is required for a high performance job site.“

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„We‘re pleased and honored to work with Guangna and help them realize the benefits of a highly productive and efficient job site,“ said Lawrence Luo, Dealer Principal of Westrac-China. Cat‘s strong large excavator product line-up, world class technology, brand reputation and the excellent support offered by Westrac in northern China all contributed to Guangna’s purchase decisions. Other customers are also realizing the value Cat’s excavators provide as illustrated by China‘s Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) data, which identifies Caterpillar as the leading brand in the 10-90 ton size class machines for the past four years and growing its leadership position with large size machines.

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NEWS & REPORTS Industry momentum for excavator products in China spurred growth in late 2016 that has continued into 2017, buoyed by increased government support for infrastructure, strong residential investment and a mining rebound. In fact, April year-to-date industry growth is more than double the opportunity during the same period in 2016. „Caterpillar has really stepped up this year to respond to a very strong rebound in China,” said John Fallows, Industry Region manager for Global Construction and Infrastructure in China. “We are pleased with our strong sales momentum and very much appreciate the excellent efforts of the full value chain as we manage the upturn.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Caterpillar Trade Press Media Representatives Americas Sharon Holling: Holling_Sharon_L@cat.com Johanna Kelly: Kelly_Johanna_L@cat.com

Europe, Africa, Middle East Francine Shore: Shore_Francine_M@cat.com Productivity, reliability, fuel economy and outstanding dealer support are why customers like Guangna Coal Industry Group buy Cat® equipment and keep coming back (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Job Site Solutions Drives Maximum Efficiency

No one knows Caterpillar machines better than Caterpillar. So it makes sense (and cents) for customers to turn to us for help in managing their fleets. Job Site Solutions Fleet Management Services provide industry expertise to customers who are focused on getting the most out of data and analytics to maximize uptime and efficiency of their equipment while minimizing the cost of ownership.

Meet the Customer: Eagle River Coal Eagle River Coal recently turned to our Fleet Management experts for support in managing a mining fleet that was experiencing spiraling maintenance and repair costs, and poor machine availability. Eagle River Coal, based in southern Illinois, runs a surface mine operation that produces around 600,000 tons of coal a year. The company has a fleet of quality equipment but had exceeded its monthly maintenance and repair budget for more than 12 months straight, and fleet availability had dipped.

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JSS Helps Create a Game Plan Job Site Solutions Commercial Manager John Petrea leveraged a trusted relationship with Cat dealer Fabick and Caterpillar mining to first embark on an exhaustive review of the customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fleet. They determined the status of each machine in operation, its long-term viability, and what immediate, short- and long-term steps needed to be taken to realize efficiency. This valuable information helped Eagle River create a game plan.

Eagle River Hits Monthly Budget with OnGoing Fleet Management Services Even the best game plan will fail without a coordinator to ensure all the players are on the same page, however, so the next step in the process was to provide on-going fleet management services.

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NEWS & REPORTS Job Site Solutions Implementation Manager Rob McGahey provided weekly guidance on condition monitoring, backlog management, planning and scheduling as well as parts logistics. After working with JSS for three months, Eagle River was hitting its monthly maintenance and repair budget for the first time in over a year and delivering a double-digit machine availability improvement.

How Did They Do It? JSS helped ensure: • Machines were no longer run to failure • Emerging failures were identified earlier • The root causes of failures were accurately addressed • Maintenance was not skipped in favor of production • Backlog repair issues were addressed during expected maintenance downtime and not allowed to develop into catastrophic failure

When an oil sample showed a problem in the axle compartment, for example, root cause analysis was completed to recognize the issue was only an $8,000 brake repair versus a $50,000 axle replacement.

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The Bottom Line “Fleet management is extremely important to a customer’s bottom line,” said Craig Olmstead, managing director of Job Site Solutions. “Our team helps customers stay ahead of problems and drive their fleet to maximum efficiency, which saves them both money and time.”

Job Site Solutions Fleet Management Services provide industry expertise to customers who are focused on getting the most out of data and analytics to maximize uptime and efficiency of their equipment while minimizing the cost of ownership. (Photos: Caterpillar)

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Building the “Best Team” for the Industrial Digital Age

Building the “Best Team” has been part of our corporate strategy for decades. Our success has always been founded in our people—and that focus remains in the Industrial Digital Age. In fact, it’s amplified in new and different ways. As technology becomes more important to our customer‘s success, we will invest heavily in technology expertise. Make no mistake, we will remain the world’s leading heavy machinery equipment manufacturer and as we continue to expand our technology offerings, we are investing in a team to drive the future development of this part our company. As part of that winning strategy, Caterpillar is expanding our broader digital and analytics community in several key markets across the country. As an example, Caterpillar recently brought on talent from Yard Club, a leading equipment management software company based in San Francisco.

In 2015, Yard Club became the first venture investment of the newly formed Caterpillar Ventures. Representing Caterpillar’s first major technology presence in Silicon Valley, the Yard Club team will join the company’s Marketing & Digital Division, helping to accelerate the company’s digital strategy.

“Caterpillar is excited to welcome new colleagues from Yard Club,” said Tom Bucklar, Caterpillar Director for Innovation and Digital. “They are a great addition to increasing our strength in user experience and user interface design, and will be heavily involved in designing and building digital solutions within our Cat Connect Technologies and Services to help our customers succeed.”

“Yard Club and Caterpillar share a similar vision to re-defining the digital experience for customers in our industry,” said Colin Evran, Founder and CEO of Yard Club. “Over the past two years, we’ve had great success working with Caterpillar dealers and customers to do just that. We’re excited to expand our reach and make a truly global impact on the industry as a part of Caterpillar.”

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NEWS & REPORTS The company’s talent investments also includes a strong team based in the Digital Hub at Merchandise Mart in Chicago (opened in October 2016) and in Peoria. Bucklar comments, “As we continue to build out our Cat Connect Technologies and Services for our customers, we know having the best talent in key markets is critically important.”

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NEWS & REPORTS Trimble Inc.

Trimble Introduces the Next Generation of Loader Onboard Scales for Aggregates

Trimble LOADRITE L3180 SmartScale with Weighing Intelligence to Optimize Loadout, Track Productivity and Prevent Overloading

Trimble LOADRITE L3180 SmartScale with Weighing Intelligence to Optimize Loadout, Track Productivity and Prevent Overloading (Photos: Trimble Inc.)

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 2017—Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB) announced today the release of Trimble® LOADRITE® L3180 SmartScale for wheel loaders With the next generation of loader scales, Trimble is significantly improving aggregates payload management. The LOADRITE L3180 SmartScale uses weighing intelligence to analyze the load, machine and its environment using solid state sensors for more accurate, precise and faster loading. It also connects machines and devices for the collection and syncing of loading data via built-in Wi-Fi and GPS connecting to the InsightHQ™ quarry reporting portal. InsightHQ consolidates live, operational information from Trimble LOADRITE devices on loaders, excavators and conveyors across the site, to provide near real-time productivity and performance reports for extraction, processing and load-out operations in quarries. Reengineered from the ground up, Trimble‘s innovative, next generation loader scale platform features smarter weighing, smarter data management and a smarter interface. Intelligence in the weighing software and new hardware gives operators of all skill levels the ability to load faster and more productively than ever before.

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„We took our 35 years of world-leading technical and domain expertise and challenged our team to deliver the ideal tool for the industry,“ said Johan Smet, general manager of Trimble‘s Aggregates Division. „The result is our most accurate and easy to use scale ever. Operators appreciate the confidence, independence and comfort it gives them, and managers value the cost savings and improved customer service.“

Smarter Weighing The LOADRITE L3180 offers more precise weighing in a wide range of conditions including adjusting for rough terrain, operator technique and machine movement using new weighing intelligence algorithms. The system also includes digital CAN-bus sensors for noise immunity and ground slope compensation as a standard feature.

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NEWS & REPORTS Smarter Data Management The L3180 now offers in-cab key performance indicators (KPIs), including ton/hour, tons and truck count to enable operators to monitor performance and achieve daily targets. When using Trimbleâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s cloud-based InsightHQ quarry reporting portal, personnel can gain access to site production and operator performance KPIs on a desktop or mobile devices. Data is presented in dashboard or graphical formats, including a new loadout performance heatmap, powered by built-in GPS. Trimble provides data integrity by caching data locally and then syncing with InsightHQ.

Smarter Interface The L3180 features a 5.7 inch touchscreen display, which is twice the size of previous generation scale displays. Colorful graphics, cleaner interface design and the new touchscreen allow for faster menu navigation and interaction. New loading information detail including customer and product for each job can be customized on the interface by each operator to match their workflow and make it easier to see the right information for maximum productivity.

About Trimble Loadrite Since 1979, Loadrite, previously Actronic Technologies, has been designing, developing and manufacturing applied technology solutions to improve productivity in the aggregates, mining, waste management, forestry, and other industries. Loadrite is a leader in the field of measurement, and was acquired by Trimble in June 2013. Loadrite load weighing technology and payload information systems are installed on wheel loaders, excavators, garbage trucks and other heavy loading equipment to ensure optimal loads, and provide quality data for productivity analysis. For more information, visit: www.loadritescales.com..

About Trimble Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT:

Availability Trimble LOADRITE L3180 SmartScale for wheel loader is now available globally from authorized Trimble LOADRITE dealers. For more information, visit: www.trimble.com/ L3180.

Trimble Inc. 935 Stewart Drive Post Office Box 3642 Sunnyvale, CA 94085 1.408.481.8000 phone 1.408.481.7781 fax web: www.trimble.com

Trimble LOADRITE L3180 SmartScale with Weighing Intelligence to Optimize Loadout, Track Productivity and Prevent Overloading (Photos: Trimble Inc.)

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NEWS & REPORTS Volvo Construction Equipment

Volvo CE unveils 100% electric compact excavator prototype

Volvo Construction Equipment demonstrated the EX2 – a fully electric compact excavator that delivers zero emissions, 10 times higher efficiency, 10 times lower noise levels and reduced total cost of ownership – at the Volvo Group Innovation Summit in London. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

olvo Construction Equipment demonstrated the EX2 – a fully electric compact excavator that delivers zero emissions, 10 times higher efficiency, 10 times lower noise levels and reduced total cost of ownership – at the Volvo Group Innovation Summit in London.

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) unveiled its latest concept machine – known as the EX2 – to industry specialists, policymakers, the media and academics at the Volvo Group Innovation Summit on Tuesday May 16th. The 100% electric compact excavator prototype delivers zero emissions, 10 times higher efficiency, 10 times lower noise levels and reduced total cost of ownership compared to its conventional counterparts. It is believed to be the world’s first fully electric compact excavator prototype. The EX2 was presented at the Volvo Group Innovation Summit in London, UK, alongside innovations from across the Volvo Group, including an autonomous refuse truck from Volvo Trucks and an electric bus from Volvo Buses. The innovation summit centered on infrastructure and transport in cities of the future, and focused on how the industry can have a positive impact on society through increased transport efficiency, reduced environmental impact and improved traffic safety.

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Electrifying innovation The Volvo Group defines electromobility as ‘commercial vehicles and machines that can utilize an electrical motor to propel or to perform the main purpose of the machine’. To make the EX2 prototype fully electric, the combustion engine has been replaced with two lithium ion batteries, totaling 38KWh, which store enough electric energy to operate the machine for eight hours in an intense application, such as digging compact ground. The hydraulic architecture has also been replaced with electric architecture which incorporates electromechanical linear actuators that help to optimize the transmission chain. Removing the hydraulic system and the combustion engine, as well as reducing the cooling needs, has led to significantly lower noise levels. At this stage, the EX2 is purely a research project and there are currently no plans for industrialization.

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„In line with the Volvo Group’s vision to be the most desired and successful transport solution provider in the world, Volvo CE is committed to contributing to sustainable development,“ said Thomas Bitter, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Product Portfolio. „At Volvo CE we are developing technologies connected to electromobility, intelligent machines and total site solutions that will benefit our customers and the environment by contributing to increased machine performance, productivity, efficiency, safety and sustainability. Our future products and services will play an important part in building a sustainable society.“

Innovating for a sustainable future The EX2 stemmed from the company’s earlier ELEXC research project, which was partly financed by the French government as well as various funding bodies in France. Volvo CE worked with a team of six partner companies which all contributed towards the €7m project. The ELEXC work started in 2012 and concluded in 2015, Volvo CE has since been working on other research projects connected to the EX2, such as durability tests. „The electrification of construction equipment will produce cleaner, quieter and more efficient machines – this represents the future of our industry,“ concludes Ahcène Nedjimi, electrics and electronics systems lead

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engineer and EX2 project leader. „The EX2 is a revolutionary machine. With its zero emissions and ten times lower noise levels it could easily be used in densely populated areas without disturbing people – even at night. Ten times higher machine efficiency and maintenance-free systems means that operating costs and total cost of ownership would be significantly reduced. The prototype machine delivers the same power and force as its conventional counterpart, as well as faster speeds in combined movements. And all of this has been achieved without compromising on machine performance, ensuring customer needs would be fulfilled.“ FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Construction Equipment Tiffany Cheng Director, External Communications Volvo Construction Equipment Tel: +32 499 56 68 47 E-mail: tiffany.cheng@volvo.com Brian O‘Sullivan SE10, London Tel: +44 7733350307 E-mail: osullivan@se10.com

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Going underground at Perryfield

A new Volvo L220H loading shovel has been ordered and delivered to Portland Stone Firms Ltd to spearhead the company’s relatively new mining operations at the Perryfield Quarry site on the Isle of Portland. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

new Volvo L220H loading shovel has been ordered and delivered to Portland Stone Firms Ltd to spearhead the company’s relatively new mining operations at the Perryfield Quarry site on the Isle of Portland.

The new 32 tonne loading shovel was chosen by Portland Stone Firms following a competitive tender process, according to Quarry Manager, Andrew Jackson. “We started our mining operation here at Perryfield Quarry back in March and needed a suitably sized loading shovel to extract and handle dimensional stone from the underground faces of the mine,” he says. “We found the team from Volvo to be very proactive in working with us to agree on the specification of the L220H and checking all the details were correct to ensure the machine would do ‘what it says on the tin’. The overall package was also very competitive so, all in all, this prompted us to choose Volvo once again.” And the Perryfield site has a long experience in operating Volvo loading shovels having previously run the larger 50 tonne L330E from the end of 2002 when the stone was being extracted in the quarry and, prior to that in 1996,

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when an L180C was delivered and ran for eighteen years. “Back then, the quarry was operated by the Hanson Bath & Portland Stone Company and the L180 was an excellent machine, clocking up an impressive 31,000 hours with only a transmission change in all that time,” says Andrew, “so if our new L220H can perform in a similar manner we’ll be extremely satisfied.” The L220H has been supplied complete with hydraulic attachment bracket, a 4.7m³ general purpose bucket and 1,500mm heavy duty block forks capable of handling blocks weighing up to 24 tonnes. To facilitate this, the machine has been equipped with an additional block handling counterweight, XLDD2A L5-wheel and tyre assemblies, a fire suppression system, a RDS Loadmaster weighing system, Sensor vision, a Brigade white noise reversing alarm, flashing blue rear lights and a full lighting package.

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NEWS & REPORTS This enables the machine to be used primarily for extracting stone blocks in situ, then carrying them to the mine entrance where they are sorted and cut to customer requirements. The L220H is also used to carry the sawn material up to a marshalling area at the top of the quarry where it is loaded onto trailers destined for either customers directly, or to Portland Stone Firm’s cutting shops, and to aid this activity, the machine benefits from Volvo’s ride control (boom suspension) system. In addition, the machine is used to clear waste material from the mining process which is disposed of in the old quarry workings at the Perryfield site. Portland-Stone-L220H-600x400-webDeveloping 373hp in a relatively low rpm range, the 13-litre Stage IV final Volvo engine coupled to the Volvo designed and manufactured powertrain components, are the significant features found on the L220H. Along with other fuel saving devices, such as optishift with torque converter lock-up, the reverseby-braking feature and the Volvo Eco-pedal encouraging the operator to run the machine at its optimum rpm in the engine’s torque curve, makes this a highly efficient and productive loading shovel in its size class. Portland Stone Firms Ltd has been involved in the extraction of Portland stone for over a hundred years, operating from a 680-acre estate, quarrying oolitic limestone reputed to be 145 million years old from the Whitbed and Roach seams found exclusively on the Isle of Portland. Earlier in March this year, the company switched its extraction operations from quarrying to mining at the Perryfield site where the already exposed

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face has allowed the company to mine directly into the beds yielding the famous stone and giving access to over 680,000m³ of reserves. The change to the mining process has made an immediate and positive impact on the local environment as well. The extracted material is highly desired for prestigious buildings and features in many famous edifices - for example in London, where Portland Stone is once again be used in the new Chelsea Barracks development project. Volvo Construction Equipment markets wheeled loaders, articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer support centres and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality customer support is maintained throughout the country.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Construction Equipment Amy Metcalfe Marketing Manager 01223 836636

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looking to the long haul with Volvo Construction Equipment

RJT Excavations Ltd of Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders has chosen to opt for new equipment from Volvo Construction Equipment based on the overall total cost of ownership for its plant fleet. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

JT Excavations Ltd of Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders has chosen to opt for new equipment from Volvo Construction Equipment based on the overall total cost of ownership for its plant fleet.

The recent additions to RJT Excavations’ fleet are a new 50 tonne Volvo EC480E excavator rigged for mass excavation and an L180H loading shovel complete with a 4.6m³ rehandling bucket, both of which have been assigned to the company’s contract crushing division. “We have a long association with Volvo equipment and are still running six year old A30 articulated haulers which have proved very reliable and productive,” says RJT’s Contract Crushing and Transport Manager Les Pole. “We needed to replace existing kit for our contract crushing division and having looked carefully at the market and more importantly analysing the total cost of ownership over a set period, coupled to our past experiences operating Volvo machines, the package on offer was too good to overlook,” he continues. Both the excavator and loading shovel have been supplied with an enhanced driveline warranty covering the next 5 years or 10000 hours coupled to a Volvo Blue

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Service support agreement meaning the machines will be regularly maintained by Volvo engineers at the correct service intervals using genuine Volvo parts. “When we looked at the lifetime cost of operating these machines, in particular the fuel savings and ultimately the residual values, everything stacked up,” says Les. “Not only that, the comfort and well-being of our operators is equally important which was another reason for choosing Volvo.” The Stage IV Final 13 litre engine, featured in EC480E develops 378 nett hp and is ideally matched to its automatic sensing mode hydraulic system. The machine’s hydraulics are perfectly matched to the engine and are controlled by an advanced system which provides on-demand flow and reduces power losses within the circuit. Volvo’s unique ECO mode contributes up to significant fuel savings without any loss of performance in most operating conditions. As well as improving fuel efficiency, this increases controllability

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NEWS & REPORTS for more precise performance. Additionally, Volvo’s integrated work mode system offers the operator a choice of five work modes according to the task in hand – I (Idle), F (Fine), G (General), H (Heavy) or P (Power max) – for optimum efficiency and machine performance. When the controls have been inactive for a pre-set amount of time, the excavator can be programmed to automatically reduce engine speed or even shut down to further reduce fuel consumption and noise. Operators can keep track of both current and average fuel consumption via a simple gauge in the cab. The EC480E has been supplied with a 6.5m mass excavation boom, a short 2.5m dipper arm, a hydraulic quick fit and a 71” extreme rock bucket. Thus rigged the machine is well on top of its duties loading blasted rock into a mobile crusher as part of RJT’s mobile contract crushing division. Besides the excavator, the company has opted for a 28-tonne Volvo L180H wheeled loader which again joins the contract crushing division. Equipped with a 4.6m³ rehandling bucket, the machine also sports L5 XMineD2 wheel and tyre assemblies, a RDS 8000 Loadmaster weighing system, and all round visibility aids including an Ogden reverse alarm with automatic braking. RJT Excavations- L180H-600x400-webThe L180H features a 13 litre Stage IV final engine developing 333hp in a relatively low rpm range of between 1300 and 1400 rpm. The loading shovel also benefits from Volvo designed and manufactured driveline components including optishift with torque converter lock up and reverse by braking feature – all designed to offer considerable fuel savings each shift. Fuel savings are further enhanced by the Volvo Eco-pedal encouraging the operator to run the machine at its optimum rpm in the engine’s torque curve.

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Besides the two new machines for the crushing division, RJT Excavations Ltd has also recently added two, fourteen tonne Volvo EC140E excavators along with a DD25B tandem roller for its civils division which are deployed on typical building, construction and ground works projects. Formed in 1989 as an earthworks and general groundwork’s contractor based at Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders, RJT Excavations Limited (RJT) has grown significantly to be at the forefront in offering specialised plant and equipment, bulk earthworks, groundwork’s, stabilisation, remediation, contract crushing, plant for civil engineering projects and other plant orientated activities covering the whole of the U.K. Volvo Construction Equipment markets wheeled loaders, articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer support centres and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality customer support is maintained throughout the country.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Construction Equipment Amy Metcalfe Marketing Manager 01223 836636

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Meet Brauncewell‘s new prime mover

rauncewell Quarries Ltd, an independent family-run aggregates business, has opted for another Volvo 50 tonne excavator to take over as the new prime mover at its facility located close to Sleaford in Lincolnshire.

The company has a long association with operating Volvo construction equipment products at the Brauncewell quarry which includes both wheeled loaders as well as excavators. “Our first Volvo machine was a Volvo L90 that we purchased back in 1990,” recalls Managing Director, John Dickinson. “It was that good in terms of reliability and performance that we only replaced it a couple of years ago with 20,000 hours on the clock and just one major overhaul. We’ve pretty much had Volvo machines ever since then and we’ve been pleased with them. We did have some issues with one particular model, but the team at Volvo stood by it and worked through the issues, so as far as after-market support is concerned, we just cannot fault them at all,” says John. And joining the current line-up of three Volvo L150H wheeled loaders that were supplied fairly recently for main rehandling duties along with an L60F and an L220D, comes the company’s new prime mover in the guise of a Volvo EC480EL. The machine has been specified on standard reach equipment featuring a 7m boom and a 3.35m dipper arm, giving the machine the optimum digging performance and reach to load material ‘as dug’ from the face into the mobile crusher.

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Thus rigged, the 50 tonne excavator has a maximum reach of 12.1 metres and a generous dig depth of 7.8 metres. “Up until ten years ago, we would regularly blast the quarry face and then rehandle the material with smaller machines. By opting for this size of machine, using half of its time on hammer and the other half loading material into the crusher, we’ve significantly reduced the cost associated with drilling and blasting as well as reducing the number of unwanted fines. The new EC480E is the third machine of this size that we’ve operated in this way, and it fits in well with our production requirements,” John says. The Stage IV 13-litre engine featured in the EC480E develops 378 nett hp and is ideally partnered with its automatic sensing-mode hydraulic system. The machine’s hydraulic system is perfectly matched to the engine and is controlled by an advanced system which provides on-demand flow and reduces power losses within the circuit. Volvo’s unique Eco-mode contributes up to 9% of the machine’s total improved efficiency over the previous D model – without any loss of performance under most operating conditions. As well as improving fuel efficiency, this increases controllability for more precise performance. Otherwise, Volvo’s integrated work-mode system offers the operator a choice of five work states according to the task in hand – I (Idle), F (Fine), G (General), H (Heavy) or P (Power

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NEWS & REPORTS max) – for optimum efficiency and machine performance. When the controls have been inactive for a pre-set amount of time, the excavator can be programmed to automatically reduce engine speed or even shut down to further reduce fuel consumption and noise. Operators can keep track of both current and average fuel consumption via a gauge in the cab.

Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer support centres and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality customer support is maintained throughout the country.

Other features on the 50 tonne excavator include a hammer-shear circuit and quick-fit hydraulics which come as standard. Brauncewell Quarries has added the option of an Enigma tracker system. Volvo’s Care Track telematics system, which again is standard, will monitor the overall performance, fuel consumption and the way the machine is being operated, remotely. As with all the other Volvo machines at this quarry site, the new EC480E has been covered by Volvo’s Blue service support agreement meaning the machine will be regularly maintained by Volvo service technicians using genuine Volvo parts giving John Dickinson total peace of mind over the effective working life of the machine.

Volvo Construction Equipment is among the world’s leading manufacturers of articulated haulers and wheel loaders, and one of the world’s foremost manufacturers of excavation equipment, road development machines and compact construction equipment. As a total-solution provider, we also offer servicing, financing, used equipment, rental and other related services.

Brauncewell Quarries Limited is located approximately six miles from Sleaford and has been supplying limestone, sand and gravel, decorative stone, topsoil and agricultural lime to the local building and construction industries, agriculture and the general public across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire since its establishment back in 1971. The company has been owned and operated by John Dickinson and his family since then. Volvo Construction Equipment markets wheeled loaders, articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great

Volvo Construction Equipment

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Construction Equipment Amy Metcalfe Marketing Manager 01223 836636

Brauncewell Quarries Ltd, an independent family-run aggregates business, has opted for another Volvo 50 tonne excavator to take over as the new prime mover at its facility located close to Sleaford in Lincolnshire. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

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A machine for all Reasons

GAR Contractors Ltd of Highbridge near Bridgwater in Somerset continues a long tradition of owning and operating Volvo machines with the addition of a new twenty two tonne EC220E crawler excavator (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

AR Contractors Ltd of Highbridge near Bridgwater in Somerset continues a long tradition of owning and operating Volvo machines with the addition of a new twenty two tonne EC220E crawler excavator.

Setting himself up in business precisely twenty years ago proprietor Gary Reasons started out offering plant for hire besides carrying out general ground working contracts. Since then the company has evolved to specialise in laying and finishing large concrete projects for clients erecting industrial buildings, warehousing as well as agricultural buildings and equestrian centres in and around the Somerset, north Devon and Bristol area. As far back as 2003, Gary Reasons was one of the first advocators of the then newly launched Volvo BL61 backhoe loader. “My first machine was a backhoe loader and I’ve always believed in the concept of this type of machine,” says Gary. “In my opinion if a backhoe loader is in the hands of an experienced operator it’s probably the most versatile machine you can have. I was pretty impressed with our first BL61 and we ended up running three over the years and it’s a shame it’s no longer available,” he continues.

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But all was not lost as besides running backhoe loaders, Gary Reasons needed 360° excavators for his business as larger projects were undertaken. “We had a specific job in Bristol where we needed a larger machine for muck shifting and some demolition work so on the strength of the after sales service we’d experienced from Volvo we bought a second hand EC210C and that’s been a pretty good machine too,” says Gary. “But it’s the back-up we get when we do get the occasional problem and in our experience Volvo always stands by any issues and gets them sorted so that was probably the main reason for opting for the new EC220E as our work load continues to increase,” he continues. GAR-EC220E-600x400-webThe new Stage IV compliant EC220E developing 174 nett horsepower joins the existing EC210C and a smaller fourteen tonne EC140D purchased a few years back. “Apart from the reliability and good all-

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NEWS & REPORTS round performance, my operators certainly appreciate the comfort and features in the cab,” continues Gary. And they have every reason to since the Volvo Care Cab offers a large roomy interior with plenty of leg room and foot space. The excellent all round visibility is enhanced by pressurized and filtered cab air supplied by a 14 vent, climate control system. An adjustable easy to read LCD colour monitor provides real time information of the machine functions, important diagnostic information and a wide variety of work tool settings. The monitor also doubles as a monitor for the rear view camera. Other creature comforts include air suspended and heated seat and blue tooth connection. Monitoring of the machine’s vital functions and whereabouts is made easy thanks to Volvo’s CareTrack telematics system which is a standard feature on the latest models from Volvo. CareTrack provides operational data remotely via the internet, including fuel consumption and idle time, all helping to reduce cost of ownership and maximise utilisation. GAR Contractors Ltd specialises in general groundwork contracting, some demolition work but in particular, concrete laying and finishing including the use of steel fibres for certain projects requiring this specialist service. The company covers the whole of Somerset, North Devon, Avon and Wilshire. Volvo Construction Equipment markets wheeled loaders, articulated haulers, hydraulic excavators, Volvo utility equipment and Volvo road equipment products in Great Britain. There are eight strategically placed customer

support centres and a network of utility equipment dealers to ensure high quality customer support is maintained throughout the country. Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment is among the world’s leading manufacturers of articulated haulers and wheel loaders, and one of the world’s foremost manufacturers of excavation equipment, road development machines and compact construction equipment. As a total-solution provider, we also offer servicing, financing, used equipment, rental and other related services. The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Construction Equipment Amy Metcalfe Marketing Manager 01223 836636

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From ‚E‘ Media to ‚E‘ Machine

rom starting out as an advertising platform for recruiting plant operators and mechanics in Scotland, Scottish Plant and Operators has enhanced its profile by growing into a dedicated plant hire company choosing Volvo excavators along the way.

In February 2014, Scottish Plant & Operators was born out of a realisation that there was a demand within the industry for recruiting good quality operators and service mechanics. Managing Director Stewart McNeish quickly saw a niche in the market place for providing such a service for plant fleet operators, ground works contractors, in fact, any fleet user in the whole spectrum ranging from quarrying to waste handling, demolition and even agricultural contracting. In Scotland specifically, what would you do to recruit an excavator or dump truck operator? Probably place an ad in the local gazette or Scottish national press and hope for the best. Stewart McNeish’s vision was to create an on line advertising platform using the strength of social media to revolutionise and speed up the recruitment process and so Scottish Plant and Operators was born. Since its inception, the company boasts a total of 81,000 followers on Facebook with this number rising on a daily basis. “We have at least 40 large companies operating a whole range of plant, advertising with us on a regular basis,” comments Stewart. “The on line adverts are widely viewed and we estimate to have had over 100000 views so far. There’s a huge demand and this method of recruiting good quality

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operators and fitters, welders – you name it, is proving very successful,” he continues. ScottishPlant-EC220E-600x400-webAn almost immediate by-product for providing this online service was a demand for providing machines for hire as well. “Our plant hire side was born out of the service we were providing online,” continues Stewart. “Our first excavator was a Volvo fourteen tonner which has proved to be very reliable and we have recently traded out an EC220D for the latest E version. In all, we now have seven excavators, a dozer, screens and crushers along with some items of smaller plant. One of our main reasons for choosing another Volvo is thanks to the after sales service and support we receive from Volvo’s customer support centre in Stirling. Yes, we had a few issues with the EC220D but the team at Volvo stood by the machine and looked after our interests and this speaks volumes,” he continues. “The plant industry is a people business and we like to deal with the people we know and can trust.” The new twenty-two tonne EC220E along with all the remaining machines in the Scottish Plant and Operator’s fleet is available for hire but is also used as and when

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NEWS & REPORTS needed to service the needs of other parts of the business. This includes soil and aggregate screening, contract crushing and screening, and handling inert industrial waste material under the auspices of Allstone (Glasgow) Ltd and GS Site Services. “Our operators are certainly impressed, not only with the cab comfort, but also with the smoothness and responsiveness of the machine itself,” says Stewart. “We’re really pleased with the new EC220E.” Scottish Plant & Operators is headquartered at Milton of Campsie, Glasgow. Besides its plant hire and plant division, the company’s mission is dedicated to consolidating a network of plant affiliated companies and operators throughout Scotland with the aim of building improved communications between operators, prospective employers and to improve training opportunities.

Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment is among the world’s leading manufacturers of articulated haulers and wheel loaders, and one of the world’s foremost manufacturers of excavation equipment, road development machines and compact construction equipment. As a total-solution provider, we also offer servicing, financing, used equipment, rental and other related services. The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Volvo Construction Equipment From starting out as an advertising platform for recruiting plant operators and mechanics in Scotland, Scottish Plant and Operators has enhanced its profile by growing into a dedicated plant hire company choosing Volvo excavators along the way. (Photo: Volvo Construction Equipment)

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CASE Construction Equipment:

CASE at Steinexpo

CASE’s line-up will include several models from the company’s most recently launched ranges, which will also display the manufactures’ new livery that celebrates their 175th Anniversary. (Photo: CASE Construction Equipment)

As in previous years CASE will once again be exhibiting at Steinexpo which takes place in Europe’s biggest basalt quarry near to Homberg in Germany, from the 30th August to 2nd September. CASE’s line-up will include several models from the company’s most recently launched ranges, which will also display the manufactures’ new livery that celebrates their 175th Anniversary. The focus will be on machines that offer practical and highly efficient solutions for the mining and quarry industry. Equipped with CASE’s exceptionally fuel-efficient Tier 4 Final (Euro IV) maintenance-free technology and no DPF. These machines offer high productivity, great performance and low running costs, plus industry leading operator comfort and safety levels.

The centrepiece of the CASE display which is set to make a big impression is being kept tightly under wraps for now, but visitors will be able to get a first look at one of the larger wheel loaders from the recently launched new seven-model G Series range. With its superior visibility and best-in-class windscreen size, CASE has designed these cabs with the operator ‘front of mind’ - comfort with premium control interface, a seat-mounted console and new joystick steering with speed proportional sensitivity.

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The new G Series range also offers superior payload to weight ratio for maximum productivity. There is also a pressurised cab with HEPA and active carbon filtration options and for increased security they are password protected. There will also be the opportunity to have a close look at one of the new D Series crawler excavators, renowned for their performance and durability. All the models in this range offer high productivity and faster cycle times. This is achieved with the new, more efficient hydraulics, resulting in lower operating costs and improved fuel consumption. There is ultimate comfort for the operator due to the spacious pressurised and iso-mounted cab, which also has an excellent interior layout, and the large multifunctional widescreen monitor with its continuous rear view camera adds to the already excellent all round visibility.

CASE Construction Equipment CASE Construction Equipment sells and supports a full line of construction equipment around the world, including the No. 1 loader/backhoes, excavators, motor graders, wheel loaders, vibratory compaction rollers, crawler dozers, skid steers, compact track loaders and rough-terrain forklifts. Through CASE dealers, customers have access to a true professional partner with world-class equipment and aftermarket support, industry-leading warranties and flexible financing. More information is available at www.CASEce.com. CASE Construction Equipment is a brand of CNH Industrial N.V., a World leader in Capital Goods listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CNHI) and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario of the Borsa Italiana (MI: CNHI). More information about CNH Industrial can be found online at www.cnhindustrial.com.

Haulage specialist IVECO Astra, who is part of the CNH Industrial family will also have one their latest trucks on display.

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An increased offering with CASE’s New CX245D SR excavator

Greater fuel efficiency, precision manoeuvrability and increased bucket digging force and lift capacity with the new CASE CX245D SR excavator

Greater fuel efficiency, precision manoeuvrability and increased bucket digging force and lift capacity with the new CASE CX245D SR excavator. (Photo: CASE Construction Equipment)

CASE Construction Equipment has introduced the all-new CX245D SR minimumswing radius excavator to its D Series line-up. Designed to provide increased digging and lifting power in confined work areas, the CX245D SR features a compact counterweight and modified boom placement that minimizes the machine’s footprint, resulting in a highly productive and manoeuvrable excavator that’s ideal for restricted conditions, such as road and bridge work, residential projects and urban construction. With an operating weight of 26 tons and a 160 HP Tier 4 Final/Stage IV engine, the CX245D SR offers more bucket digging forces and lift capacity compared to the previous model.

D Series models offer more standard features than previous CASE excavators, simplifying the buying process and making them extremely versatile and operator friendly.

Each D Series model is built to provide significant operational gains, including decreased cycle times, improved responsiveness and multifunctional controls, and greater fuel efficiency. An electronically controlled hydraulic pump and larger control and solenoid valves increase lifting capacities and improve responsiveness.

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The five systems that make up the CASE Intelligent Hydraulic System are:

The CASE CX245D SR excavator meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emissions standards through an innovative combination of selective catalytic reduction (SCR) and diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) technologies, which helps maximize uptime and performance – all with minimal maintenance. There is no diesel particulate filter (DPF), no DPF regeneration or associated lifetime service costs.

• Idle functions: the Auto Idle function lowers engine rpm after 5 seconds of lever inactivity whatever the throttle position, while the Idle Shutdown function shuts the engine down after a pre-setted time.

The system is also very economical in its use of AdBlue, which is just 2.5% - 3% of fuel consumption. The large AdBlue tank only needs to be refilled every 5 fuel refills, so that no time is wasted.

Intelligent Speed, Power and Efficiency Faster cycle times are achieved through a new electronically controlled pump, a larger control valve and multiple sensors. These features combine with the CASE Intelligent Hydraulic System and the CASE advanced energy management with its five integrated control systems to make the best use of the machine’s hydraulic power and momentum, resulting in added strength, maximum power and fuel efficiency.

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• Torque control decreases main pump loads to prevent a drop in engine rpm. • Boom Economy Control (BEC), which reduces RPMs by using gravity during boom down and swing. • Swing Relief Control (SWC), reduces hydraulic power at the swing start. • Spool Stroke Control (SSC), adjusts hydraulic pressure during digs. • Using improvements to the Spool Stroke Control system, the CX245D SR excavator re-uses hydraulic fluid whenever possible to automatically increase cycle times and efficiency. The operator experiences a more productive machine without losing the precision of the machine’s controls.

Greater fuel efficiency, precision manoeuvrability and increased bucket digging force and lift capacity with the new CASE CX245D SR excavator. (Photo: CASE Construction Equipment)

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Light it Up

CASE D Series excavators now offer more features than any previous CASE crawler excavator, like the optional travel alarm and the oil sample ports for quick sampling of engine and hydraulic oils.

Each machine is available with a new (optional) LED working light package that provides illumination similar to sunlight â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and more than three-times brighter than halogen â&#x20AC;&#x201C; allowing contractors to work around the clock. The LED package includes eight LED lights (3 front, 1 on the arm, two rear and one on each side).

Each D Series machine is equipped with a fully adjustable operator station anchored by a standard heated air-ride seat and joystick controls that allow for smooth performance. The CX245D SR also has best-in-class cab space, excellent visibility, and a pressurized and iso-mounted cab that keeps noise and vibration down. A standard Bluetooth radio gives operators hands-free functionality that further improves the operator experience. A standard rear view camera feeds a 7-inch widescreen monitor that also provides operators with real-time access to important performance parameters, including fuel consumption, operating hours and machine information. The excellent visibility of the cab is further aided by the standard rear and side view cameras and by the optional CASE maximum view monitor, an innovative 3 camera system.

Greater fuel efficiency, precision manoeuvrability and increased bucket digging force and lift capacity with the new CASE CX245D SR excavator. (Photo: CASE Construction Equipment)

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Continuous training for the Mining industry: Advanced Mining Academy More information about the

“ADVANCED MINING ACADEMY“ you will find here:

www.advanced-mining.com/academy

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ContiTech:

Personnel Decisions Ensure Continuity for the Future Following Takeover of the Hornschuch Group • Dr. Dirk LeiSS takes over as Chairman of the Executive Board of Benecke-Kaliko AG • Dr. Hans-Hinrich Kruse newly appointed to the Benecke-Kaliko AG Executive Board • Roger H. Liebel named new Chairman of the Executive Board of Konrad Hornschuch AG

Dr. Dirk Leiß was named Chairman of the Executive Board of Benecke-Kaliko AG on March 1, 2017 (Photo: ContiTech)

Dr. Hans-Hinrich Kruse was appointed to the Benecke-Kaliko AG Executive Board effective from March 1, 2017 (Photo: ContiTech)

Roger H. Liebel has taken over as Chairman of the Executive Board of Konrad Hornschuch AG (Photo: ContiTech)

Hanover/WeiSSbach, 2017. The takeover of the Hornschuch Group has resulted in a number of personnel changes to the management teams of Benecke-Kaliko AG and Konrad Hornschuch AG. The company is focusing on continuity with its personnel choices and ensuring that it is well-equipped for future challenges with its new management team. Dr. Hans-Hinrich Kruse (61), formerly the Chairman of the Executive Board of Konrad Hornschuch AG, was appointed to the Benecke-Kaliko AG Executive Board on March 1, 2017, to sit alongside new Chairman of the Executive Board Dr. Dirk LeiSS (53). At the same time, Kruse is stepping down as Chairman of the Executive Board of Konrad Hornschuch AG and handing the role over to Roger H. Liebel (53), who has been the company’s CFO since 2013. Liebel will occupy the position of Chairman of the Executive Board of Konrad Hornschuch AG going forward and support the company’s integration with Benecke-Kaliko. Leiß has headed the Benecke-Kaliko business unit – a business unit of ContiTech AG headquartered in Hanover – since July 2004. Leiß, who has a doctorate in chemistry, started working for the surface specialist as a material developer in 1992 and has held a number of management roles, including product development team leader and manager of the Eislingen plant. Kruse has a doctorate in chemistry and most recently held the offices of Chairman of the Executive Board and COO. He successfully managed the transformation of what was once a mid-sized company into the Hornschuch Group. In 2013, Kruse took over as Chairman of the four-

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man Executive Board and was named CEO, thereby assuming responsibility for Konrad Hornschuch AG and the Hornschuch Group. Liebel, who holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration, has been working for Konrad Hornschuch AG since 1998 and has previously held a number of management positions for companies in the automotive and building materials industries. Since 2001, he has been responsible for the company’s finances and was appointed to the Executive Board in 2013 together with two other managers.

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Hannover Messe: Continental has its Finger on the Pulse for 70 Years • A tradition of exhibiting at Hanover since the start in 1947 • Hannover Messe as the platform for dialog between representatives from economy, politics, and science

International technology company Continental was one of the first exhibitors at the Hannover Messe in 1947 and has been presenting industrial technologies of the future for seventy years (Photo: Continental)

Hanover, 2017. For seventy years, the international technology company Continental has been presenting industrial technologies of the future at the Hannover Messe. The company was one of the first exhibitors at the trade fair and always has its finger on the pulse. While visitors to the trade fair in 1947 were presented with technical products made from rubber such as hot-water bottles, rubber gloves for domestic and industrial uses or caps for pipettes, the focus of the 2017 trade fair will be intelligent and interconnected technologies. “Brand new business opportunities are opening up to us as an industrial partner and supplier. In future, the predictive maintenance and repair of machines and systems will be a key driver of growth and efficiency in numerous industries in which we are active,” says Hans-Jürgen Duensing, member of the Executive Board and responsible for the ContiTech division. When the gates of the “Export-Messe 1947 Hannover” opened for the first time with the founding of the Deutsche Messe- und Ausstellungs-A.G., the foundations were laid for the international industrial trade fair.

Digitalization as a driver of the future Today, the Hannover Messe has become an international forum for production technologies, energy technology, and Industry 4.0 that welcomes around 200,000 visitors and 6500 exhibitors from 75 countries. One of the distinguishing features of the fourth industrial revolution is the intelligent connectivity of production and maintenance processes.

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Key data is now being made available in real time on a global scale. Continental is at the cutting edge here and is demonstrating all the things that are possible with digitalization in industry, from high-precision measurement technology for the smooth running of conveyor belt systems right through to apps for measuring vibrations via a smartphone.

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NEWS & REPORTS Continental develops intelligent technologies for transporting people and their goods. As a reliable partner, the international automotive supplier, tire manufacturer, and industrial partner provides sustainable, safe, comfortable, individual, and affordable solutions. In 2016, the corporation generated sales of €40.5 billion with its five divisions, Chassis & Safety, Interior, Powertrain, Tires, and ContiTech. Continental currently employs more than 220,000 people in 56 countries. As a division in the Continental Corporation, ContiTech is one of the world‘s leading industrial specialists. Its customers can be found in key industries such as machine and plant engineering, mining, the agricultural industry, and the automotive industry. With around 43,000 employees in 44 countries, the company uses its development and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, polyamide, metal, textile, and electronic components to combine these with individual services. ContiTech always thinks in terms of customer-friendly and environmentally-friendly solutions – going well and truly beyond its roots as a producer of rubber products. With sales of approximately €5.5 billion (2016), this international technology partner is active with core branches in Europe, Asia, North and South America. With a tradition of exhibiting at Hanover, Continental has its finger on the pulse for 70 years. The Hannover Messe provides an international platform for constructive, cross-industry dialog for representatives from business, politics, and science (Photo: Continental)

“We would like to congratulate the Hannover Messe on its special anniversary. For seven decades it has displayed a real feel for focusing on current industrial trends. The event provides an international platform for constructive, cross-industry dialog for representatives from business, politics, and science. We are looking forward to another successful fair this year,” explains Duensing on the occasion of the fair‘s anniversary.

Contact: ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Spokeswoman Head of Media & Public Relations Phone: +49 511 938-1304 E-Mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de

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While visitors to the “Export-Messe 1947 Hannover” were presented with technical products made from rubber such as hot-water bottles, rubber gloves for domestic and industrial uses or caps for pipettes, the focus of the 2017 trade fair for technology company Continental will be intelligent and interconnected products and systems for industrial applications (Photo: Continental

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Schüttgut: ContiTech Presents Digital Solutions for the Conveyor Industry • ContiTech offers smart system solutions – far beyond just conveyor belt production • Innovative digital monitoring system reduces downtimes and maintenance costs • Versatile conveyor belt systems for steep and vertical conveying

“The Conti MultiProtect monitoring system helps to detect splice faults on the conveyor belt or damage such as longitudinal slitting at an early stage during operation and repair the damage in good time. This helps us to avoid extended downtimes,” explains ContiTech application engineer Patrick Raffler (Photo: ContiTech)

Hanover, April 2017. International technology company ContiTech is expanding its portfolio of industrial applications for the conveyor belt industry. Alongside conveyor belts, the company is working hard on smart systems and expanding its range of services. This allows the industrial partner to offer its customers holistic solutions that go far beyond the conveyor belt product. “We primarily focus on new digital offers that create clear added value for our customers,” says Dr. Michael Hofmann, who heads the ContiTech segment Industrial Belting Solutions within the Continental corporation. At the Schüttgut trade fair in May 2017 in Dortmund, ContiTech presented many innovations, including belt monitoring.

Preventative protection with monitoring systems Smooth running of these belts is crucial for the cost efficiency of conveyor belt systems. To allow them to run free of faults for a long time, even when subjected to high loads, the operators are focusing more and more on prevention. Innovative electronic monitoring systems make it possible to identify the exact condition of the conveyor belts at any time. The newly developed monitoring system

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Conti MultiProtect helps to detect splice faults during operation and damage such as longitudinal slitting in good time. Rip inserts (rip detection inserts) are embedded in the conveyor belt. They produce a characteristic magnetic field that is used for monitoring. In addition, Conti MultiProtect is based on software developed in-house, into which the long-standing expertise of specialists in conveyor belts has been incorporated. “The new system permits even more accurate monitoring of steel cord conveyor belts,” says application engineer Patrick

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NEWS & REPORTS The Flexowell system can transport goods at inclines of up to 90 degrees (Photo: ContiTech)

bends easily, thereby rendering transfer stations superfluous. Chevron profiles are also reliable assistants in steep-incline conveying. ContiTech offers a range of different cover qualities for different uses – including flame resistant, chemical and oil-resistant varieties. All covers are characterized by their wear-resistant quality.

Versatile application opportunities For a variety of light and moderately heavy uses, lightweight ContiTech conveyor belts offer a broad range of opportunities. They are manufactured specially for the respective application in line with customer requirements. Whether length and width, materials, profile or color: The lightweight conveyor belt can be perfectly designed from the variety of possibilities.

With its closed form, the Sicon conveyor belt system by ContiTech is particularly suited to transporting sensitive goods (Photo: ContiTech)

Raffler. “It gives us a detailed picture of the status of the conveyor belts at all times without having to interrupt operations.”

Intelligent solutions for steep angles Extreme gradients are a challenge for bulk haulage operations. Using special-purpose conveyor belt systems, ContiTech has created solutions that even enable vertical transport. The Flexowell® system can transport goods at inclines of up to 90 degrees. It enables low-noise and environmentally friendly operations with capacities of up to 6,000 t/h. With this system, even multiple shifts from horizontal to vertical are possible with just one conveyor belt. System operators save in the long term as a result of the energy savings and long service lives in particular. The Sicon ContiTech conveyor belt system is a real all-round talent: With its closed form, it is particularly suited to transporting sensitive goods. It is capable of negotiating small-radius

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NEWS & REPORTS Whether length and width, materials, profile or color: With the range of combination possibilities, lightweight conveyor belts can be designed perfectly, for example, for the needs of the food industry (Photo: ContiTech)

Thanks to the patented Triple-Warp technology, the lightweight conveyor belts are exceptionally robust and durable. Innovative thermoplastic compounds offer many advantages for use in areas such as the food industry, baggage handling, warehousing and distribution and in conveying small parts. For example, the conveyor belts are easy to clean. It is also possible to equip them with oil, grease and chemical resistant covers, with heat resistant models also available.

Contact: ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Spokeswoman Head of Media & Public Relations Phone: +49 511 938-1304 E-mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de

Continental develops intelligent technologies for transporting people and their goods. As a reliable partner, the international automotive supplier, tire manufacturer, and industrial partner provides sustainable, safe, comfortable, individual, and affordable solutions. In 2016, the corporation generated sales of €40.5 billion with its five divisions, Chassis & Safety, Interior, Powertrain, Tires, and ContiTech. Continental currently employs more than 220,000 people in 56 countries. As a division in the Continental Corporation, ContiTech is one of the world‘s leading industrial specialists. Its customers can be found in key industries such as machine and plant engineering, mining, the agricultural industry, and the automotive industry. With around 43,000 employees in 44 countries, the company uses its development and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, polyamide, metal, textile, and electronic components to combine these with individual services. ContiTech always thinks in terms of customer-friendly and environmentally-friendly solutions – going well and truly beyond its roots as a producer of rubber products. With sales of approximately €5.5 billion (2016), this international technology partner is active with core branches in Europe, Asia, North and South America.

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Power Transmission Group: ContiTech Timing Belts Optimizing Pump Technology â&#x20AC;˘ Pumps with a belt drive are opening up new performance and application fields â&#x20AC;˘ Belts enable robust, low-maintenance and compact units

The T.Sano pumps from Netzsch are used especially in the beverage industry, filling rates of 11,000 bottles per hour are the rule (Photo: Netzsch)

Hanover, May 2017. ContiTech heavy-duty timing belts can significantly improve the performance, installation and maintenance of pumps in sensitive applications. For example, the T2 series, the second generation of the Tornado rotary lobe pump manufactured by Netzsch Pumpen & Systeme GmbH from Waldkraiburg, Germany, uses a belt drive instead of the usual timing gear. In this application, a ContiTech heavy-duty timing belt from the Synchroforce family transmits the torque from the motor to the two rotors while synchronizing their rotation at the same time. The pump therefore operates entirely without oil; no need for lubrication and oil changes, while contamination of the conveyed material and pollution of the environment are ruled out. The belt drive also enables the pump to be very robust and low-maintenance since the hard-soft contact between the belt and the sprockets ensures very smooth running. Should a fault nevertheless occur, the belt can be removed

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by loosening just two bolts and be replaced within just a few minutes without any special tools. The T2 seriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; particular drive form enables an especially compact design with a comparatively low weight and extremely shallow depth. The unit can therefore be installed even where space is tight. This can be seen in the T.Sano, a pump from the T2 series that Netzsch developed specially for the food and beverage industry and for which, as a result, all the parts in contact with foodstuffs are made of stainless steel.

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NEWS & REPORTS INetzsch’s T.Sano pumps use heavy-duty timing belts from the ContiTech Synchroforce family (Photo: Netzsch)

The low-pulsation rotary lobe pump enables precise metering when bottling water or wine. At the same time, thanks to its continuous performance, it ensures a gentle, continuous material flow over the entire route conveyed, without pressure fluctuations or turbulence. This means a sensitive product such as wine can be conveyed gently to maintain its quality from the storage vessel to the filtration or bottling line. Even champagne and other sparkling wines can be conveyed gently, retaining the pressurized carbon dioxide, as demonstrated by the use of a T.Sano pump in a winery in Northern Italy. The really compact dimensions of the T.Sano pump made possible by its belt drive also enable it to be used in mobile applications, a facility which a number of wineries and breweries are already making use of. They can use just a single pump to pump material from various tanks, as required.

The ContiTech timing belt transmits the drive torque and synchronizes the rotors at the same time. This means it is not susceptible to faults and can be replaced within just a few minutes, if required. (Photo: Netzsch)

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Growth strategy ‘CST 2025’: Continental strengthens its customer-oriented approach with two new field engineers

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• New positions foster the strong customer focus of Continental • Matthias Engelhardt and Harm-Hendrik Lange will support the earthmoving and agriculture business

As part of its growth strategy, Continental Commercial Specialty Tires has continuously been expanding its portfolio during the last few years. Tires for the Earthmoving and Agriculture industry complement the existing Material Handling portfolio (Photo: Continental)

Hanover, June 2017. As part of its growth strategy ‘CST 2025’, Continental Commercial Specialty Tires (CST) is strengthening its team and, in this way, intensifying the close cooperation with the customers in the field: Matthias Engelhardt (55) and Harm-Hendrik Lange (35) have taken up the newly created positions as field engineers EMEA effective June, 1st. Engelhardt will be responsible for Earthmoving tire customers. Lange will be focusing on the Agricultural tire business. “By entering the ports, construction and mining businesses, we have already taken important steps towards achieving our growth strategy goals and expanding our core business from material handling to a broad variety of segments. Yet, our key focus remains on the customer: We want to provide customized, high-quality products and services in all segments. The needs of customers certainly differ widely. That is why we have decided to invest in headcounts with the knowledge and experience needed in order to provide our customers with best quality services – on site and in the field”, says Enno Straten, Head of Commercial Specialty Tires.

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Before joining Continental, both field engineers have gained long-term expertise in the respective businesses: Engelhardt has been working at Bridgestone Deutschland for around 24 years, most recently as senior manager Commercial Business Germany & OTR DACH. Lange has gained experience in the agricultural business as Test Engineer Hydraulics & Drive Train and Test Engineer Drive Train Functionality at John Deere.

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NEWS & REPORTS As the new field engineer Agriculture EMEA, HarmHendrik Lange will support the reentry of the agricultural tires business (Photo: Continental)

Matthias Engelhardt is the new field engineer Earthmoving EMEA at Continental Commercial Specialty Tires (Photo: Continental)

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transport. In 2016, Continental generated sales of €40.5 billion and currently employs more than 227,000 people in 56 countries. The Tire division currently has over 24 production and development locations worldwide. The broad product range and continuous investments in R&D make a major contribution to cost-effective and ecologically efficient mobility. As one of the world’s leading tire manufacturers with around 52,000 employees, the Tire division generated sales of €10.7 billion in 2016. Continental Commercial Vehicle Tires is one of the largest manufacturers of truck, bus and commercial specialty tires worldwide. The business unit is continuously developing from a pure tire manufacturer to a solution provider, offering a broad range of products, services and tire-related solutions.

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Contact: Continental Anika Hannig PR & Marketing Communications Manager Commercial Specialty Tires Continental, Tire Division Büttnerstraße 25 30165 Hannover, Germany Telefon: +49 (0) 511 938 2533 E-mail: anika.hannig@conti.de

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ContiTech

ContiTech Presents Highly Accurate Measurement Technology and the Strongest Steel Cord Conveyor Belt in the World • Predictive maintenance: digital monitoring system for heavy-duty steel cord conveyor belts • Strongest volume-produced conveyor belt in the world

ContiTech’s intelligent monitoring systems recognize and prevent expensive damage to conveyor belts, and reduce downtimes and maintenance costs (Photo: ContiTech)

Hanover, 2017. When every minute counts, ContiTech offers the right solution for the faultless use of conveyor belts. The Hannover Messe trade fair saw the international industrial partner presented the new Conti MultiProtect – a permanently installable and digitally connected monitoring system for steel cord conveyor belts. The new software solution, which is intelligent and saves both costs and time, supports operators in maintaining and servicing their systems. In addition, with the Stahlcord ST 10 000, ContiTech was presenting the strongest volume-produced conveyor belt in the world.

Belts running smoothly thanks to intelligent software solution Conveyor belts keep the globalized cycle of industry moving. From ore, pit coal, rough rubble, glowing hot slag and goods containing oil or grease to rare earths for upto-date electronics and high-tech tools – conveyor belts take on anything that needs to be quickly and safely transported. In harsh working conditions, they cope with distances of several kilometers and height differences of

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up to 700 meters. And everywhere where top-quality and reliability is important, where service and sophisticated solutions are sought-after, ContiTech is there in a flash with intelligent software solutions and extremely highperformance conveyor belts. If a belt system experiences an extended period of downtime due to damage, the entire production chain frequently collapses. This in turn results in considerable sales losses for the operators.

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NEWS & REPORTS Preventative systems help conveyor belt systems to run cost-effectively and without any problems in the long term, even when subjected to high loads. An example of this is ContiTech’s innovative electronic monitoring system, with which the exact status of conveyor belts can be determined at any time and therefore enables prompt repairs with short periods of downtime.

Predictive maintenance: avoiding downtime and reducing maintenance costs Serious damage, such as longitudinal slitting on conveyor belts, frequently happens in systems where copper, iron or sharp rocks bounce along the surface of the belt, causing strain and damage. To identify the extent and position of such damage, intensive servicing is necessary. Up to now, technicians, referred to as “belt runners”, have had to evaluate the state of conveyor belts individually while they have been running at a reduced operating speed or when they have come to a stop. This process means high time, personnel and cost expenditure. “With our own software solution, Conti MultiProtect, damage to conveyor belts can be recognized early on while the system is running. This allows carcass repairs to be scheduled preventively in good time, avoiding long downtimes and reducing maintenance costs,” explains ContiTech application engineer Patrick Raffler. The monitoring system is also able to record the condition of the joints and identify damaged spots within the carcass. Conti MultiProtect uses a magnet system that works in combination with rip inserts that are embedded in conveyor belts at regular intervals of approximately 50–200 meters. Rip inserts are checked for possible longitudinal slitting by means of their characteristic magnetic fields. Using RFID (radio-frequency identification) chips, ContiTech has optimized localization of longitudinal slitting on the belt. By means of a special sensor application, the rip insert function can also monitor the rotation of tube conveyors. The user-friendly system sends the easily interpreted data to the screen, displaying the damage to the conveyor belt in an understandable format. Furthermore, touchscreen displays ensure that the system is easy to operate. If desired, Conti Protect systems can also be remotely maintained worldwide by experienced ContiTech engineers. In addition to Conti MultiProtect, ContiTech offers other intelligent systems: Conti Protect monitoring systems protect conveyor belt systems against major damage.

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They thereby make an important contribution to increasing operational dependability, thanks to a reduction in damagerelated idle times. On the other hand, Conti Inspect systems supply data that can be used to make reliable prognoses regarding the remaining service life of the conveyor belt. This allows operators to better estimate investment costs earlier.

The strongest volume-produced conveyor belt in the world The latest high-strength steel cord conveyor belt by ContiTech for bulk haulage and copper ore operations, the Stahlcord ST 10 000, is predestined to overcome large differences in height and long distances. Stahlcord conveyor belts have a layer of particularly stable steel cords in a planar arrangement and embedded in rubber. The high-performance conveyor belt also impresses with a high level of resistance to impact and rips thanks to the use of transverse reinforcements. These guarantee more safety and stability and protect against impact breaks and damage to the steel cords. In addition, with the Stahlcord ST 10 000, system operators can also reduce expensive transfer points and drive stations. ContiTech offers the steel cord conveyor belt in varying cover qualities, depending on requirements, for use in both aboveground and underground operations. Customers can choose between flame resistant or energy-saving properties. Through the use of high-strength steel cords of minimal diameter, a two-meter-wide ST 10 000 is able to resist traction of up to 2,000 metrics tons. ContiTech proved dynamic connection time stability of a significant 60 percent in tests. In order to minimize vulnerable joints, ContiTech supplies the Stahlcord ST 10 000 on large, lengthoptimized reels. “With the ST 10 000 steel cord, we set new standards. Our customers benefit from the high capacity and safe operation with low idle time even on heavy-duty conveyor belts,” says Harald Koch, head of development at ContiTech. Operators who rely on solutions from the conveyor belt manufacturer also enjoy many other advantages: “Our customers receive everything from one source – from technical advice, extensive planning and engineerdriven development to manufacturing and the delivery, installation and commissioning of conveyor belts and components. Maintenance and monitoring of the belt round off the whole package: This is all perfectly tuned to

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achieve the best possible operation and highest level of customer benefit,” emphasizes Raffler. With expert advice, round-the-clock support for emergencies and an extensive service offer that covers every special case, ContiTech meets requirements for the highest levels of quality, safety and flexibility. The company’s focus is maximum benefit for the customer through intelligent complete solutions.

Contact: ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Spokeswoman Head of Media & Public Relations Phone: +49 511 938-1304 E-mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de

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ContiTech’s intelligent monitoring systems recognize and prevent expensive damage to conveyor belts, and reduce downtimes and maintenance costs (Photo: ContiTech)

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Intelligent Drive Belts Enable Preventive Maintenance and Reduced Maintenance Outlay

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• Sensor technology enables real-time status monitoring • Continuous monitoring prevents downtime and costly repairs

The aim is for smart belts to provide information on belt states in real time – and the innovation management team is working intensively on achieving this. (Photo: ContiTech)

Hanover, 2017. Being able to replace components at just the right time, thereby avoiding extended periods of downtime? At the Hannover Messe 2017, ContiTech was showcasing a range of concepts for intelligent drive systems and solutions demonstrating that this is no longer simply a vision for the future. Targeted monitoring is designed to enable preventive maintenance, which means that operators can respond to belt defects before they happen and replace the component accordingly. “We envisage a future in which our intelligent belts can measure and monitor key belt states such as temperature, elongation, corrosion in the steel cord and surface wear – in accordance with the specific application requirements,” explains Svenja Lüker from the ContiTech Power Transmission Group’s innovation management team. Depending on its application and type, the belt is fitted with external and internal sensors that send the data directly to a PC or control unit. Preventive maintenance, which is carried out following analysis of the data, can be applied in both the automotive sector and in industry, for example on special machinery or hard-to-access

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drives. “We are investing in the development of different technologies so that we can create specific solutions for different applications in the future,” says Lüker. “The data generated will form the basis for furthering development in collaboration with our customers, thereby enabling us to create solutions that are tailored to specialist customer requirements and their specific application,” she continues.

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NEWS & REPORTS Customers will benefit from preventive maintenance in two important ways. If the surface of a belt is cracked, for example, this can be detected early on by the sensor technology. Mechanics can then replace the belt before the crack leads to total failure or further, greater damage. Firstly, this prevents downtime and secondly, costly repairs. Operations become more efficient, too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to this new approach, not only are we offering our customers holistic solutions, but we are also evolving from a simple product and system provider to a service provider,â&#x20AC;? says Philip Nelles, who heads the Power Transmission Group.

Contact: ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Spokeswoman Head of Media & Public Relations Phone: +49 511 938-1304 E-mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de

Visitors to the booth will even have the opportunity to test this brand-new technology for themselves. By pressing a button, they can allow hot air to flow through the cutout of a demonstration belt. The air heats up the belt, and the belt instantly outputs the corresponding temperature data on a monitor. The visitors can observe and monitor this process on the screen up close and in real time.

The aim is for smart belts to provide information on belt states in real time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the innovation management team is working intensively on achieving this. (Photo: ContiTech)

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ContiTech’s Sicon Conveyor Belt System Recognizes Changes in Operating Conditions Early On

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• Closed conveyor belt system for transporting sensitive goods • Sensors detect temperature and pressure changes • Inspection and maintenance simplified

Hanover, 2017. Narrow installation spaces, flexible routes and large differences in height: It was for difficult operating conditions such as these that ContiTech developed the Sicon conveyor belt system. By equipping the system with sensor technology, the international industrial partner has brought it to a new level. It now recognizes critical temperature changes and load differences in operation and enables system operators to intervene promptly to avoid failures and increased wear. “With this new option, we are creating added value for our customers in terms of monitoring and servicing the conveyor system,” says Dr. Michael Hofmann, head of Industrial Belting Solutions at the ContiTech Conveyor Belt Group. “The system recognizes problems at their source and therefore helps in anticipatory maintenance.”

Optimal protection even in small spaces The Sicon system’s conveyor belt consists of two fabricreinforced profiles with a steel cord as tensile member. The profiles run over the roller sets and carry the conveyor belt. This creates a tear-drop-shaped pouch made of highly flexible rubber that is bound to the profiles through hot vulcanization. With the vertical arrangement of the roller sets, the profiles lie on top of each other during transport, so that the belt is enclosed dust-tight. Sicon opens only at the intake and discharge stations in which the roller sets are arranged next to each other. The sensors are implanted in the belt, where they measure parameters such as temperature and pressure. Increased temperature could be caused by guide pulleys or drive rollers that have been set too tightly or are even jamming, for example. In the case of a cold start, the

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The Sicon conveyor belt system consists of two fabric-reinforced profiles, each with a steel cord vulcanized in as tensile member. As the profiles lie above one another during transport, the belt is closed to form a dust-tight pouch (Photo: ContiTech)

sensors deliver a message, on the basis of which belt infeed can be optimized. With pressure measurements in the profile and support frame, it is possible to determine the load, which also allows for checking loading status. This information is also useful for controlling the loading and unloading processes.

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NEWS & REPORTS Advantages of the Sicon systems The Sicon system is used in industries such as construction, energy, paper and mining. It can safely transport materials such as minerals, cement, diamond ore, fish food, biomass and fuels. It is especially good for short and mid-length routes up to 1.5 kilometers, narrow radii on the transport route and steep environments where inclines of up to 35° must be handled with particularly good energy efficiency. With its flexible line management and narrow curve radii with deflection of up to 180°, the Sicon conveyor belt is the ideal conveying tool in restricted spaces. Another advantage is the belt’s self-cleaning properties: At the discharge station, the opened Sicon conveyor belt’s profiles are guided over two vertical discs. The slightly troughed conveyor belt flexes to loosen and remove remaining material. Depending on the material characteristics, particle sizes of up to 150 millimeters can be transported.

Contact: ContiTech AG Antje Lewe Spokeswoman Head of Media & Public Relations Phone: +49 511 938-1304 E-mail: antje.lewe@contitech.de www.contitech.de

Das Sicon-Fördergurtsystem besteht aus zwei gewebeverstärkten Profilen mit je einem einvulkanisierten Stahlseil als Zugträger. Die Profile sind während des Transportes übereinander angeordnet, sodass der Gurt staubdicht abgeschlossen ist (Foto: ContiTech)

Continental develops intelligent technologies for transporting people and their goods. As a reliable partner, the international automotive supplier, tire manufacturer, and industrial partner provides sustainable, safe, comfortable, individual, and affordable solutions. In 2016, the corporation generated sales of €40.5 billion with its five divisions, Chassis & Safety, Interior, Powertrain, Tires, and ContiTech. Continental currently employs more than 220,000 people in 56 countries. As a division in the Continental Corporation, ContiTech is one of the world‘s leading industrial specialists. Its customers can be found in key industries such as machine and plant engineering, mining, the agricultural industry, and the automotive industry. With around 43,000 employees in 44 countries, the company uses its development and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, polyamide, metal, textile, and electronic components to combine these with individual services. ContiTech always thinks in terms of customer-friendly and environmentallyfriendly solutions – going well and truly beyond its roots as a producer of rubber products. With sales of approximately €5.5 billion (2016), this international technology partner is active with core branches in Europe, Asia, North and South America.

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Radar Sensor for Intelligent Solutions in Industrial Applications

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• Continental Engineering Services presents long-range radar sensors • Relevant for multiple applications including in industries outside the automotive sector • Benefits of new product comparable with lasers and cameras Hanover, 2017. Radar for all occasions? “The possible uses for smart solutions in the industrial sector are enormous,” says Hans Christian Enders from Continental Engineering Services (CES). This refers to a new long-range radar sensor: a sensor tried-and-tested in the automotive industry, which scans the distance to an object in real time and can recognise a Also suitable for non-automotive, industrial uses: the long-range possible collision danger depending on speed. radar sensor. (Photo: Continental) Continental was presenting the radar sensor at the Hannover Messe, to demonstrate its suitability for non-automotive, industrial applications. According to Enders, there are no comparable sensors in the industry, “For the simple reason that, because it was developed for automotive applications, decades of development time was put into it and it meets the usual quality standards in volume production.” The long-range radar sensor can also take on important measurement and control tasks outside of vehicles. In collaboration with Continental Radar PLC – a programmable logic controller – these systems can be configured with individual customer requirements in mind. As an example, the sensor could be of interest in the mining industry. It could be used to measure volume flow for conveyor belts or to measure bulk material. Enders: “If, for example, conveyor belts distribute bulk material into different hoppers, the radar sensor can determine when a hopper is full so that the bulk material is automatically transported to the next step.” The radar sensor is already in use on the outer walls of cruise ships where it can detect if a passenger goes overboard. In projects in South Korea, in the USA and Japan, the sensor safeguards people on the roads. Example: a radar sensor detects if a pedestrian crosses the street whilst another monitors when a car comes dangerously close. If both these things happen at the same time, the pedestrian and driver are warned by means of an audible and optical signal.

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The long-range radar is also predestined for protecting plant premises because the all-weather radar, unlike cameras and lasers, also works in fog, poor visibility, dust and steam. With the radar PLC, the screen can specify, for example, areas in which an alarm has been set off if someone has entered the area. The radar sensor and radar PLC are being displayed at the Hannover Messe and visitors can experience some of the benefits hands-on. “Radar has the major advantage of being able to react very sensitively to differences in speed. Someone moving is immediately detected by the radar sensor using what is known as the Doppler Effect,” explains Enders. The exciting demonstration is intended to give the visitors who come to see it at the exhibition stand, suggestions for new areas of application and fields of use.

Contact: Sören Pinkow , External Communications Continental Chassis & Safety division Phone: +49 69 7603-8492 E-Mail: soeren.pinkow@continental-corporation.com Ulrich Trabler, Sales & Marketing Continental Engineering Services Phone: +49 69 67869-6409 E-Mail: ulrich.trabler@conti-engineering.com

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Kontakt Albrecht-von-Groddeck-Str. 3 D-38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld Telefon +49 (0) 53 23 / 98 38 808 Mobil +49 (0) 173 / 51 67 579 E-Mail: tudeshki@ipc-tudeshki.com

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Foundation works on former brewery site: Bauer constructed the excavation pits for the Berlin Schultheiss Quartier

As the leading technical JV partner, Bauer constructed mixed-in-place walls that were up to 16.5 m in depth, including tie-back anchoring and micro piles for uplift prevention in the building (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

erlin, Germany – The German capital city is growing! With over 3.5 million inhabitants, Berlin is the biggest city in Germany and even decades after reunification, construction is still booming. New developments in the inner city are in particularly high demand. One such development is a 30,000 m² shopping and activity center in the Moabit district of Berlin Mitte – a once working-class district – on the grounds of the former Schultheiss brewery, steeped in tradition. The client, HGHI Schultheiss Quartier GmbH & Co. KG, is also building 6,000 m² state-of-the-art offices – almost half of which are listed as historical monuments. For the new-builds, BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH and JV partner Keller Grundbau GmbH constructed two complex excavation pits with a total area of 11,000 m² in confined innercity conditions from May 2015 to November 2016. As the leading technical JV partner, Bauer constructed mixed-in-place walls that were up to 16.5 m in depth, including tie-back anchoring and micro piles for uplift prevention in the building. The contract also included extensive demolition work in the partly historically listed

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area, foundation engineering and groundwater control. Bauer also sealed the entire subsoil with a silicate gel base – a particularly efficient process for foundation sealing in Berlin with high execution reliability. Many of the risks associated with creating the base with the jet grouting

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NEWS & REPORTS Two RG pile drivers from RTG Rammtechnik, as well as an anchor drilling rig from Klemm and a MAT mixing plant were used (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

technique, such as imperfections rising due to obstacles such as wood or large rocks, are eliminated by the use of the silicate gel. It encloses the obstacles and avoids the subsoil loosening due to air ingress, which leads to a subsequent reduction in the bearing behavior of the uplift elements. During the works, the specialist foundation engineers repeatedly encountered previously unknown well structures on the site of the former brewery and had to adapt their procedures accordingly. The Design Department of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH was responsible for the execution planning. Many devices and equipment from subsidiaries and branches of BAUER Maschinen GmbH were used: two RG pile drivers from RTG Rammtechnik, as well as an anchor drilling rig from Klemm and a MAT mixing plant.

The operations of the Group are divided into three future-oriented segments with high synergy potential: Construction, Equipment and Resources. The Construction segment offers new and innovative specialist foundation engineering services alongside the established ones, and carries out foundation and excavation work, cutoff walls and ground improvements worldwide. Bauer is a world market leader in the Equipment segment and provides a full range of equipment for specialist foundation engineering as well as for the exploration, mining and extraction of natural resources. In the Resources segment, Bauer focuses on highly innovative products and services in the areas of water, environment and natural resources. Bauer profits greatly from the collaboration between its three separate segments, enabling the Group to position itself as an innovative, highly specialized provider of products and services for demanding projects in specialist foundation engineering and related markets. Bauer therefore offers suitable solutions to the greatest problems in the world, such as urbanization, the growing infrastructure needs, the environment and water, oil and gas. The BAUER Group was founded in 1790 and is based in Schrobenhausen, Bavaria. In 2016, it employed some 10,800 people in around 70 countries and achieved total Group revenues of EUR 1.6 billion. BAUER Aktiengesellschaft is listed in the Prime Standard of the German stock market.

Ruth Wallner BAUER Aktiengesellschaft BAUER-StraĂ&#x;e 1 86529 Schrobenhausen Tel.: +49 8252 97-1844 Fax: +49 8252 97-2900 public.relations@bauer.de www.bauer.de A 30,000 mÂ˛ shopping and activity center is being built on the grounds of the former Schultheiss brewery (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

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BAUER Maschinen received thousands of visitors at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG trade fair

as Vegas, USA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CONEXPO-CON/AGG is the most important construction machinery trade show in North America. This year, over 130,000 visitors from 150 countries and over 2,500 exhibitors attended from all over the world, according to organizers. The BAUER Maschinen Group was also among the exhibitors once again and showcased two BG rotary drilling rigs as well as a selection of equipment from its subsidiaries Pileco, RTG, Klemm and MAT at its. The Bauer team welcomed more than 7,000 unique visitors The biggest attraction was the BAUER BG 24H PremiumLine on a new BT 75 base carrier. More than 2,000 people stopped to take a closer look at the rig, which features Energy-Efficient Power (EEP) technology. EEP technology was first implemented in the BAUER BG PremiumLine rigs three years ago and soon became a standard feature. With an optimized, smart hydraulic system and main winch function in the closed hydraulic circuit, this technology reduces diesel consumption on the construction site by 20 to 30% while boosting performance thanks to efficiency enhancements and direct energy recovery.

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On the one hand, the BG 24H PremiumLine is a stateof-the-art kelly drilling rig, as demonstrated at the trade show. In fact, when used for drilling cased bore holes, it can deliver 15% more torque than its name suggests at first. As a PremiumLine rig, however, it can be quickly and easily converted for all common drilling methods without extensive modifications. The central element here is the B-Tronic user interface, which gives the operator optimal control and flexibility thanks to a color monitor with a touch function. When it comes to HSE, the current generation of carriers sets new standards and delivers several awardwinning innovative features for heavy duty use on the

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NEWS & REPORTS A major attraction: the BAUER BG 24H on the new BT 75 base carrier (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

during operation. Its outstanding stability ensures that drilling operations can be performed with the mast tilted forward by up to seven degrees. In addition, radii up to 2,600 mm from the edge of undercarriage are possible. construction site. Extendable service platforms enable safe and efficient servicing, while reduced noise emissions are easy on the environment and the nerves of neighboring residents. The rig also features a fall protection unit, which can be retracted during transport, on its upper carriage as well as two cameras for monitoring the rear area. Incidentally, the rig on display was sold during the show and delivered after the end of the fair. The second representative of the BG series was the BG 11H ValueLine. With this rig, Bauer has succeeded in creating the perfect combination of outstanding drilling performance and easy transport along with low transport weight. The BG 11H features an enormous range of applications for its size. Drilling depths of up to 40 m (with lockable kelly bars) can be achieved with this compact rotary drilling rig. Bore diameters of 3 m are possible for special applications in the oil drilling industry. The carriage length and the chain plate width of 600 mm ensure low ground pressure. The telescopic undercarriage ensures a wide platform

The BG 11H allows for a high level of variability during transport. The kelly bar and the rotary drive can remain on the rig for transport. The transport weight can be easily and freely varied between 37 t (incl. rotary drives and kelly bar for 40 m drill depth) and 28 t. The mast features a two-piece design and is placed horizontally on the upper carriage for transport. A folding cylinder is used to position the upper mast section so that transport height of 3.5 m is ensured. The kelly bar and the rotary drive can remain on the rig. This allows for quick setup. The BG 11 H is powered by a sound-insulated CAT engine with a Tier 4-compliant exhaust.

A premiere: An MC 96 crawler crane, equipped with a Pileco D100-13 diesel hammer, was presented at Conexpo for the first time (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

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NEWS & REPORTS Klemm showcased its latest generation of drilling rigs at the show (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

Bauer presented an MC 96 crawler crane equipped with a Pileco D100-13 diesel hammer for the first time at Conexpo. Once again, the response was excellent – the rig had actually been sold just before the show. The MC 96 features a 570 kW CAT C 18 engine and is used in various special specialist foundation engineering applications: as a cable-excavator with a mechanical cable gripper or drop weights for dynamic soil compaction; as a base carrier for hydraulic diaphragm wall grabs or piled bore grab for drilling cased bore holes in combination with casing oscillators, for depth vibrators and oscillating vibrators, for trench cutters or for diesel hammers. The ultra soundproofed cab provides an optimal view of the work area and has numerous features that offer maximum convenience for the operator. Energy Efficient Power (EEP) technology allows for variable and intelligent control of the cooler and air system, reduction of flow losses thanks optimized hydraulic components, a smart ECO mode for the diesel engine and closed hydraulic circuits for operation of the main winch. RTG Rammtechnik GmbH showcased its RG 25 S pile driver as well as a very special product: the SilentVibro MR145V, which was exhibited for the first time in the US. This sound-proofed vibrator significantly reduces noise in the front working area. This is achieved through a variety of measures, such as soundproofing of the spring yoke and encapsulation of the front area, including the hydraulic motors. In addition, the hydraulic system has been integrated into the spring yoke, and a flexible element soundproofs the area between the spring yoke and the clamp assembly. Encapsulation of the vibrator is possible due to the patented lubrication and cooling system: RTG vibrators are completely independent of the ambient

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temperature for their temperature regulation thanks to their cooling system with integrated hydraulic lubrication. Another unique feature is the use of biologically degradable hydraulic oil – even in the vibrator. The RG telescopic and rigid leader rigs are ideal base machines for a wide range of applications, including vibrating, pile-driving, compacting, drilling and soiling mixing techniques. All RTG rigs can be equipped with Energy-Efficient Power (EEP) technology. KLEMM Bohrtechnik GmbH, a member of the BAUER Maschinen group since 1998, showcased two nextgeneration drilling rigs: the KR 807-7F and the KR 806-3G. The KR 806-3G is equipped with an automatic power and energy management (EEP-assist) system that significantly reduces fuel consumption and noise emissions. The efficient and resource-efficient mobile hydraulic system is yet another special feature of both rigs. The KR 807-7F anchor drilling rig is one of the most powerful Klemm drilling rigs and is used for anchoring and micro piling. The front end has an extremely high loadbearing capacity and allows for universal drilling positions using very long and heavy drill masts. The MAG 7.0 rod barrel magazine can be used for installing and removing heavy, hydraulically controlled double casing systems with a diameter of up to 254 mm. As a result, drilling performance is increased and less personnel is required. The KLEMM KR 806-3G anchoring and universal drilling rig is suitable for anchoring, micro piling, jet grouting and drilling boreholes for geothermal probes. The 160 kW Diesel engine includes SCR-only emissions technology and complies with 4 final/EPA emissions standards. The kinematic mast linkage system allows a wide range of pivoting and setup options. The rig features a CAN bus control system with performance level „c.“

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NEWS & REPORTS A mixing plant from MAT Mischanlagentechnik, which is part of BAUER Maschinen GmbH, rounded out the range of rigs for specialist foundation engineering at the Bauer booth. The fully automatic, compact, PLC-controlled SCA40 K mixing plant is used for colloidal mixing and delivery of fluid suspensions for anchors, soil mixing, bottom injections, cavity filling, jet grouting or jet drilling. The plant has a maximum mixer capacity of 40 m³/h and can process solids with a maximum particle size of 4.0 mm and a marsh viscosity of up to 100 s/dm³ as well as suspensions with a density of up to 1.9 kg/dm³. In addition to its versatility, further advantages of the plant include simple operation and maintenance as well as high efficiency

About Bauer The BAUER Group is a leading provider of services, equipment and products related to ground and groundwater. With over 110 subsidiaries, Bauer operates a worldwide network on all continents. The operations of the Group are divided into three future-oriented segments with high synergy potential: Construction, Equipment and Resources. The Construction segment offers new and innovative specialist foundation engineering services alongside the established ones, and carries out foundation and excavation work, cutoff walls and ground improvements worldwide. Bauer is a world market leader in the Equipment segment and provides a full range of equipment for specialist foundation engineering as well as for the exploration, mining and extraction of natural resources. In the Resources segment, Bauer focuses on highly innovative products and services in the areas of water, environment and natural resources. Bauer profits greatly from the collaboration between its three separate segments, enabling the Group to position itself as an innovative, highly specialized provider of products and services for demanding projects in specialist foundation engineering and related markets. Bauer therefore offers suitable solutions to the greatest problems in the world, such as urbanization, the growing infrastructure needs, the environment and water, oil and gas. The BAUER Group was founded in 1790 and is based in Schrobenhausen, Bavaria. In 2016, it employed some 10,800 people in around 70 countries and achieved total Group revenues of EUR 1.6 billion. BAUER Aktiengesellschaft is listed in the Prime Standard of the German stock market.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Ruth Wallner BAUER Aktiengesellschaft BAUER-Straße 1 | 86529 Schrobenhausen Tel.: +49 8252 97-1844 Fax: +49 8252 97-2900 public.relations@bauer.de www.bauer.de

The Bauer team welcomed over 7,000 unique visitors at the booth at Conexpo (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

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In-house exhibition of BAUER Maschinen Group expanded into a whole new dimension

The three-day in-house exhibition of BAUER Maschinen Group opened its doors on 6 May 2017. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

chrobenhausen, Germany – Visitors from all over the world, innovations as far as the eye can see, and a unique family atmosphere – the in-house exhibition of the BAUER Maschinen Group is always something special. From 6 to 8 May, the event took place in the courtyard of Bauer‘s headquarters for the 21st time. Not surprisingly, a certain routine had set in over the years. But this year a lot was new. The idea was to be even closer to the customer. Or to put it another way: The idea was to bring the customer even closer to the machines.

“Drilling deep and aiming high” – for the first time ever, the BAUER Maschinen Group had a slogan for an in-house exhibition. It was a common theme throughout the expo. But what was it all about? “Aiming high” refers to the fact that the BAUER Maschinen Group, as a global market leader, together with its customers, is always striving to be at the forefront of technology and achievement. All the Group‘s activities are focused on delivering the highest quality. But “Aiming high” was also a reference to one of the PremiumLine BGs on display. Together with its CSM unit, it was approximately 42 m tall. The slogan also referred to the CBC 30 compact cutter being exhibited. With its modern low-headroom configuration, it allows cutting depths of up to 80 m, although it is only 6 m tall.

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Probably the most impressive manifestation of the slogan, not to mention an absolute highlight of the show: a skywalk up to 8 m in height. It afforded visitors a panoramic view so they could take in every last detail of the rigs. In this way, the skywalk offered an impressive change of perspective, enabling visitors to look out over the entire exhibition area. The steel frame was developed by Peri GmbH, one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers in the sector.

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NEWS & REPORTS The exhibits Five rotary drilling rigs were on display for visitors to examine at the Bauer in-house exhibition, including a lowheadroom version of the BG 24 H on a BT 75 base carrier. Though only 8.75 m in height, it reaches drilling depths of more than 47 m with a tenfold kelly. In addition, the BG 24 H – like all PremiumLine rigs – was equipped with EnergyEfficient Power (EEP) technology, which not only lowers fuel consumption by 30%, it also improves efficiency and optimizes parallel operation of primary and auxiliary loads. Noise emissions were also significantly reduced. In addition to the BG 24 H, a BG 36 as well as a BG 45 from the PremiumLine series were on display. The BG PremiumLine from Bauer includes multifunctional rigs for a wide range of construction methods in specialist foundation engineering. This line of machines is characterized by high safety standards as well as excellent environmental friendliness, efficiency and performance. Further advantages include easy transport and fast set-up as well as long service life. The ValueLine was represented at the in-house exhibition by a BAUER BG 26 and a BG 30. Bauer‘s ValueLine machines are optimized for kelly drilling – features include a long mast for large drilling depths, an extended drilling axis distance for larger drill diameters, high winch tensile forces, high torque and an efficient diesel engine. Another highlight among the exhibits was the CBC 30 compact cutter. This system offers a range of very variable configurations for different job site requirements or confined construction sites. Despite its size, this extremely quiet cutter, with its impressive 570 kW engine, delivers

The BAUER BG 36 PremiumLine rig with its CSM unit was approximately 42 m tall. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

the same performance as its “big brothers”, the Bauer MC duty-cycle cranes. They were represented at the in-house exhibition by the MC 86 – a new machine based on the medium-scale MC platform. The MC 86 replaces the MC 64 as the compact cutter carrier in Bauer‘s range of duty-cycle cranes. It supports an increased payload of 110 t thanks to a reinforced undercarriage and additional ballasting options. Further features include new 30-ton free-fall winches with high speeds and cable capacity, a complete overhaul of the rig to accommodate a main cable diameter of 34 mm, and a new universal mast head for gripping and lifting work. An optional fly jib enables a maximum payload of 35 t; the new facelift cab is equipped with B-Drive and Klimatronic as standard. Thanks to the EEP technology, the MC 86 works extremely efficiently, with high performance and minimal losses. As always, the subsidiaries of the BAUER Maschinen Group were represented with numerous exhibits and new products. For example, RTG Rammtechnik GmbH showcased an RG 19 T in addition to its RM 20 pile driver and an MR 150 AVM soundproofed vibrator. RTG had unveiled the new SilentVibro for the first time at Bauma 2016 in Munich. This

The extremely silent BAUER CBC 30 compact cutter with its modern low-headroom configuration guarantees cutting depths of up to 80 m, although it is only 6 m tall. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

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NEWS & REPORTS Premiere: For the first time the BAUER MC 86 was shown – the machine based on the mediumscale MC platform replaces the MC 64 as the compact cutter carrier in Bauer‘s range of dutycycle cranes. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

RTG Rammtechnik GmbH showcased an RG 19 T in addition to its RM 20 pile driver and an MR 150 AVM sound-proofed vibrator. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

sound-proofed vibrator significantly reduces noise in the front working area. This is achieved through a variety of measures, such as soundproofing of the spring yoke and encapsulation of the front area, including the hydraulic motors. RTG vibrators are completely independent of the ambient temperature for their temperature regulation thanks to their cooling system with integrated hydraulic lubrication. Another unique feature is the complete fillup with biologically degradable hydraulic oil – even in the vibrator. In addition, the RG 19 T has an automatic ACS coupling system and a counterweight lowering device with an auxiliary winch. KLEMM Bohrtechnik GmbH presented, among others, four of its KR rigs: the KR 702-2R drilling rig for confined spaces with extendable feed, KH 22 rotary head, safety cage and remote control, as well as the KR 806-3D, KR 806-3G and KR 807-7G anchoring and universal drilling rigs. HAUSHERR System Bohrtechnik presented the HSB 3000 blast hole drilling rig for open-cast mining and bore diameters up to 165 mm. ABS Trenchless, a specialist in machines for horizontal trenchless pipeline construction, showcased a CRB 100 rock drilling system for optically controlled drilling of pilot holes in rock and hard stone as well as a compact ABS 600 drilling rig for bore diameters up to 700 mm. Both can be used with the same crowd frame.

MAT Mischanlagentechnik develops complete systems for mixing and separation of suspensions as well as centrifuges and pumps for all applications in specialist foundation engineering. Their products, including two desanding machines, a decanter centrifuge, a batch mixer and a flow mixer, as well as a diesel hammer from Bauer Maschinen‘s US subsidiary Pileco rounded off the range of machines for specialist foundation engineering at the exhibition.

Other attractions The BAUER Maschinen Group gave guests the opportunity to visit the Bauer plant in nearby Aresing and participate in live demonstrations as well as join two full-day excursions. A professional slackliner showed off his skills on a rope, which was just a few centimeters wide, stretched across the exhibition grounds. There was also scavenger hunt around the machinery, which inspired visitors to tour the exhibition. And at the traditional Bavarian Evening party, guests from all over the world were treated to healthy dose of Bavarian lifestyle with a variety of culinary delights and live music. By the way, one other thing was new: This year, the in-house exhibition ended with the white-and-blue conviviality of the Bavarian Evening.

PRAKLA Bohrtechnik GmbH, manufacturer of geothermal, exploratory and well drilling rigs, showcased their RB 65 drilling rig. The rig has a hook load of 63 t and is capable of drilling to a depth of 2,000 m. In addition, different types of drill strings and casings can be used thanks to a variety of mast variants.

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NEWS & REPORTS Also in the “Old Welding Shop” with its numerous information stands the guests were able to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

Quick facts about the in-house exhibition: • All the machine together weighed over 1,200 tons, the same as 200 male African elephants. • The BAUER Maschinen Group welcomed approximately 2,000 visitors from almost 80 nations. • A 50-meter-long skywalk at a height of up to 8 m expanded this year‘s house exhibition into a whole new dimension. • The engine power of all the machines put together added up to approximately 7,200 hp.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Ruth Wallner BAUER Aktiengesellschaft BAUER-Straße 1 | 86529 Schrobenhausen Tel.: +49 8252 97-1844 Fax: +49 8252 97-2900 public.relations@bauer.de www.bauer.de

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Milestone in the remediation of the Kesslergrube landfill: Bauer finishes largediameter boreholes

Recently, five large-diameter drilling rigs were used to construct the 888 piles for the bored pile wall. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

renzach-Wyhlen, Germany â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The remediation project on the former site of the Kesslergrube landfill (perimeter 1/3 northwest) began in late summer 2015. Roche Pharma AG commissioned BAUER Resources GmbH and its environmental division Bauer Umwelt, which specializes in contamination remediation, to carry out the work. BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH began drilling the large-diameter boreholes for the construction of a secant pile wall in July 2016 and has now nearly completed the project as of early May. A remaining rig will be used to close the last gap in the bored pile wall near the container loading area by the end of May. First, the large diameter boreholes were drilled using three BG 39 large-scale rotary drilling rigs. Finally, five large-diameter drilling rigs were used to complete the 888 piles for the bored pile wall. The piles were driven into the underlying rock to depths of up to 26.5 m. The pile wall will secure the excavation area hydraulically and structurally while providing a foundation for the construction of a sound-insulated, air-tight enclosure. The excavation of the contaminated soil at the enclosed site will begin in the fall of 2017.

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The replacement bores, which average 12.5 m deep and measure 1.5 m in diameter, were already completed by the end of January. They were constructed outside the area of the bored pile wall and ensure that no contaminated soil remains in the ground. The resulting holes were filled with gravel or sand concrete. In total, a 660 mÂ˛ area was cleaned up by replacing the soil, and some 98,000 tons of non-contaminated and contaminated soil material were removed or excavated. The material was transported by rail for thermal disposal in about 3,666 gas-tight and accident-proof special containers.

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NEWS & REPORTS “The remediation project has been accident-free so far,” Jochen Kaspar, project manager for Bauer Umwelt, and Tobias Hampel, site manager for Bauer Spezialtiefbau, are proud to report. The drilling work has been carried out with extensive safety precautions as well as measures to ensure occupational safety and control emissions. For example, the workers in the immediate drilling area were equipped with protective suits and an external respiratory air supply. The drilling rigs had a hermetically sealed cab and an independent respiratory air supply from compressed air bottles. Emissions produced by the drilling process were minimized by a borehole extraction system. Using a covered bucket on the wheel loaders, the cuttings were kept securely locked up until they were put in the special containers in the temporary loading facility. While the large-diameter boreholes were being drilled, the containers were transported by truck to the Weil am Rhein rail terminal, were they were shipped by rail to thermal disposal plants in Germany and the Netherlands. In early 2017, the final groundwater filtration system was incrementally launched in the facility on the pier. As part of the remediation project, contaminated groundwater is being pumped off at three points in the remediation zone of perimeter 1/3 NW of former Kesslergrube landfill. A custom-built, multi-stage groundwater remediation system from Bauer Umwelt removes pollutants such nickel, arsenic, nitrite or polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) from the groundwater. The system can clean around 1,700 m³ of groundwater per day, which can then be routed into the Rhine.

The piles were driven into the underlying rock to depths of up to 26.5 m. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Ruth Wallner BAUER Aktiengesellschaft BAUER-Straße 1 | 86529 Schrobenhausen Tel.: +49 8252 97-1844 Fax: +49 8252 97-2900 public.relations@bauer.de www.bauer.de

Save the date: On Saturday, July 1, 2017, Roche Pharma AG and the companies involved in the Kesslergrube remediation project will open the construction site to the public from 10 am to 4 pm. Anyone interested is invited to visit the site to learn more about the progress of the project. There will be a variety of attractions and a wealth of information for visitors.

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NEWS & REPORTS BAUER Maschinen GmbH

Schrobenhausener Tage“ symposium focused on building renovation projects, technical innovations and changing values

The latest technology in specialist foundation engineering: Guests were also treated to a tour of the area of the recent in-house exhibition. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

chrobenhausen – The „Schrobenhausener Tage“ symposium was a complete success once again. Approximately 250 customers, partners and friends of the company accepted the invitation of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH to attend the traditional „Schrobenhausener Tage“ event in Schrobenhausen in mid-May. Dr. Tilo Klinner, director of foreign trade at Germany‘s Foreign Office, was among the guests. This year was the first time that attendees, who had traveled from all over Germany, were welcomed by Arnulf Christa, the new Managing Director of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH. In keeping with a long-standing tradition, Walter Haus, member of the Management Board and head of the domestic business unit at Bauer Spezialtiefbau, hosted the event.

The conference kicked off with presentations on building renovation projects, which are also becoming increasingly important for specialist foundation engineering as a result of growing urbanization. The speakers presented projects from Berlin, Munich, Zurich and Frankfurt am Main, where hard-to-access locations or contaminated sites posed difficult challenges. The speakers stressed that excellent collaboration between building developers and contractors is an essential prerequisite for successful projects.

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The next section of talks highlighted the company‘s technical innovations. Talks on research and development or the use of building information modeling (BIM) on Bauer‘s construction sites, presented by Management Board member Florian Bauer, were followed by a section of presentations on ground improvement. According to Walter Haus, ground improvement is yet another topic that is becoming increasingly important as demographic

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NEWS & REPORTS The roughly 250 attendees were welcomed by Arnulf Christa, the new Managing Director of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH for the first time this year. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

structures change. Very often, he said, land that is not considered suitable for development must be remediated for later use. International projects were of course also presented, highlighting the slogan of „The world is our market.“ Michael Jones and Harald Heinzelmann, both members of the Bauer Spezialtiefbau Management Board, as well as Paul Scheller, Managing Director of Bauer Renewables, reported on a range of challenges in addition to the actual construction task: The local climate (extreme heat, extreme cold) and the need to battle storms played a role during building projects in Sydney, the Northwest Territories of Canada and off the coast of Scotland. Guest speaker Dieter Stetter, Managing Director of BAUER Maschinen GmbH, presented the latest product developments in the Equipment segment. Next, during a tour of the in-house exhibition area, attendees had the opportunity to see innovations first hand and get an upclose look at the machines. The event closed with an evening talk by Prof. Thomas Bauer entitled „A shift in values is shaping companies and markets.“ Values are important, said the Chairman of the Management Board of BAUER AG, but they must also be managed well, especially in a company. According to him, an excess of regulations, which defines our understanding of values nowadays, only means that no one feels responsible anymore. „But everyone must assume responsibility for collaboration to be successful,“ Thomas Bauer said.

The numerous attendees listened to exciting lectures on Bauer‘s projects in Germany and abroad and also learned about technical innovations and BIM. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

The day ended in a convivial setting with good conversation and asparagus from Schrobenhausen. The date has already been set for the next Schrobenhausener Tage in 2018.

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Bauer Foundations Australia constructs foundation for luxury resort hotel in Sydney Harbor

BAUER Barangaroo Site. (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

ydney, Australia â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Yet another distinctive building will soon adorn the skyline of the largest city in Australia: The new Crown Sydney Hotel Resort, the first six-star hotel in Sydney, is currently being built in the Barangaroo South district. With 69 floors (including mezzanines) and a height of 275 m, the hotel will be the tallest habitable building in the city. It will have 350 rooms, suites and luxury apartments, as well as restaurants, bars, luxury boutiques and conference rooms. BAUER Foundations Australia Pty Ltd and joint venture partner Piling Contractors execute the foundation work, which was commissioned by Crown Sydney Property Pty Limited, in August 2016.

Bauer is responsible for the design and the building of the perimeter retaining wall for the basement floor as well as constructing the foundation for the building using diaphragm wall elements, barrettes and bored piles for the building foundations. The 220 m long perimeter retaining wall will be extending several meter into the Sydney sandstone rock formations. The core areas of the foundation are especially complex, because the diaphragm wall elements will be installed as individual barrettes with various shapes. These barrettes are used as foundation elements but also building the finishing entire sub-ground lift pit structure. The T-shaped and L-shaped barrettes require up to 500 mÂł of concrete.

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The Barangaroo site had original marine structures and an old industrial gasworks. The gasworks had contaminated significant large areas of the site. Therefore the majority of the work needs to be performed in special protection suit and mask to protect the workforce. Another big challenges for the project is that the site is located within old marine structures. These partially left in place structures on the reclaimed land requires dealing with obstruction and voids during panel excavations of the foundations elements.

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NEWS & REPORTS In total, Bauer Foundations Australia will construct roughly 8,000 m³ of ground improvement, 7,988 m² of diaphragm wall up to 1.5 m thick and over 7,800 m³ of barrettes up to 1.5 m thick, as well as 112 bored piles up to 50 m deep and with a max. diameter of 1.8 m. A BAUER MC 96 duty-cycle crane with a trench cutter BC 40 and a BAUER BG 40 will be used. The foundation work will continue until October 2017. This is not the first project of the Australian subsidiary of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH in Sydney Harbor area. From January 2012 to June 2013, Bauer Foundations Australia, together with a joint venture partner, constructed the foundation for three large office towers and several smaller residential and office complexes on the neighboring property. During that project, it was discovered that the top soil stratum of the former container terminal site is composed of a wide variety of back-fill material, such as brick, concrete and rubble as well as parts of old port facilities and dams. Rock with strengths of up to 100 MPa, depending on the depth, is found beneath a further layer of clay, sand and gravel.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Ruth Wallner BAUER Aktiengesellschaft BAUER-Straße 1 | 86529 Schrobenhausen Tel.: +49 8252 97-1844 Fax: +49 8252 97-2900 public.relations@bauer.de www.bauer.de

BAUER Barangaroo Site (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

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Bauer Resources wins contract for largescale soil remediation in the „Schwarze Pumpe“ industrial area

Happy faces at the signing of the contract: (FLTR) Tino Weinhold (BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH), Holm Uhlig (BAUER Resources GmbH), Dieter Lehmann (Lobbe), Karin Nagel (LMBV), Manfred Kolba (LMBV), Dirk Sonnen (LMBV) and Dirk Henssen (LMBV) (Photo: BAUER Gruppe)

premberg, Germany – The „Schwarze Pumpe“ industrial area in the city of Spremberg in Brandenburg covers a total of 720 ha and includes the former industrial site Spreewitz in the neighboring Free State of Saxony. Today, around 80 companies with some 4,250 employees are located in the area where lignite has been refined into briquettes, coke and city gas and converted into electricity in a power station since the mid-1950s. The gas combination plant „Schwarze Pumpe“, which was turned into the company Energiewerke Schwarze Pumpe AG in 1990, was one of the key pillars of the GDR‘s energy industry. On the former grounds of the plant, various hazardous materials have however made their way into the soil over the decades, principally through the process of refining lignite. In addition to benzene, an amount of monoaromatic compounds (benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, xylene) as well as polycyclic hydrocarbons (PAH) and hydrocarbons (HC) can be found. The soil contamination, which is extremely high in part, still acts as a source of groundwater pollution.

To remove this contamination, LMBV Lausitzer und Mitteldeutsche Bergbau-Verwaltungsgesellschaft mbH recently commissioned BAUER Resources GmbH with its Bauer Umwelt business unit and the company Lobbe Industrieservice GmbH & Co KG as JV partner to build and operate a vacuum treatment plant as well as replace or decontaminate the soil as necessary. All of the specialist

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foundation engineering and soil exchange measures will be executed by BAUER Resources GmbH and BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH. The work starts in November this year and should be completed by 2022 in five years time.

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NEWS & REPORTS As well as demolishing the existing superstructure on an area totaling around 25,000 m², Bauer will also produce six primary sheet pile walls with an overall length of 1,340 m and depth of up to 20 m as well as 147 sheet pile boxes (11.4 x 9.7 m) with a depth of up to 15 m. Every one of the six sections will be immured by a back-anchored primary sheet pile wall. Then, the entire section will be excavated 4.5 m below ground level. Following that, a working platform will be created from where the sheet pile boxes will be inserted. These will form the secondary sheet pile wall and will be secured with a reinforcement brace. A telescopic excavator will be used to replace a total of over 281,500 t of contaminated soil down to 14 m below ground level. Because the contaminant benzene is an extremely volatile medium, the excavation will be carried out with continuous air extraction and purification. The contaminated groundwater, which to some extent is a mixture of oil and water, levels out in the sheet pile boxes and can be siphoned off during the excavation. The contaminated soil is taken to the treatment plant built and run by Lobbe and returned after it has been treated. As well as a BAUER BG 20 H drilling rig, an RG 22 and RG 16 from RTG Rammtechnik GmbH and a KR 806 anchor drilling rig from KLEMM Bohrtechnik GmbH will also be used among other equipment. With over 25 years of experience, BAUER Resources GmbH‘s Bauer Umwelt business unit is one of the leading specialists in site remediation, both in the domestic market and internationally. An expert in pollution reduction, the business unit offers a diverse range of services for all environmental issues within German-speaking Europe and neighboring countries. Organized by region, BAUER Resources GmbH concentrates on projects across the entire world together with its subsidiaries and has extensive skills in the fields of water treatment, automation, environmental remediation and waste management, drilling technologies as well as well-drilling and reed-bed treatment plants.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Ruth Wallner BAUER Aktiengesellschaft BAUER-Straße 1 | 86529 Schrobenhausen Tel.: +49 8252 97-1844 Fax: +49 8252 97-2900 public.relations@bauer.de www.bauer.de

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Komatsu acquires Joy Global to expand mining business

Joy Global Inc. will be renamed Komatsu Mining Corp., headquarters remains in Milwaukee. Milwaukee, WI, USA – 2017 – Komatsu America Corp., a subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd. (TYO: 6301) (“Komatsu”) has completed its acquisition of Joy Global Inc. (NYSE: JOY) (“Joy Global”), a worldwide leader in high-productivity mining solutions.

Retaining its headquarters in Milwaukee, WI, Joy Global Inc. will be renamed Komatsu Mining Corp. and operate as a subsidiary of Komatsu. The company will continue to promote and invest in the P&H, Joy and Montabert product brands. Komatsu remains committed to directly servicing the global mining industry and through its products, services and technologies is focused on helping customers improve productivity and safety in their operations worldwide.

Komatsu acquires Joy Global to expand mining business. Joy Global Inc. will be renamed Komatsu Mining Corp., headquarters remains in Milwaukee (Photo: Komatsu)

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NEWS & REPORTS “The combination of our Komatsu-brand surface mining equipment with the P&H, Joy and Montabert brands of surface and underground products will allow us to offer a complete range of mining solutions for our customers,” said Tetsuji Ohashi, President and CEO of Komatsu. “We plan to build on the strength of our shared cultures, including our unwavering belief in safety first and our passion for providing innovative solutions, to become an unrivaled mining solutions and services provider.” The close of the transaction adds to the Komatsu team more than 10,000 people with deep knowledge and experience in the mining industry, bringing the company’s global total to more than 57,000 employees. With a focus on providing uninterrupted and unrivaled service and products for its customers, Komatsu plans to leverage the best practices of both companies while aligning the organization and operation for optimal customer support. Komatsu Mining Corp. will be led by Jeffrey Dawes, formerly leader of Komatsu Latin America. Dawes and the management team will be based in Milwaukee, WI. Following the close of the transaction - valued at approximately $3.7 billion, including Joy Global’s outstanding indebtedness - Joy Global shares will be delisted from the NYSE and will no longer be publicly traded.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Komatsu Ltd. Caley Clinton PR Manager +1 414 712-9728 CClinton@komatsuna.com Akira Sato Group Manager akira_sa_satou@komatsu.co.jp (+81) 3-5561-2616

About Komatsu Komatsu Ltd., established in 1921, is a diversified provider of industrial-use products and services. While remaining an international leader in the field of construction and mining equipment, the company engages in other business, such as industrial machinery and vehicles, logistics, electronics and other solutionsbased operations. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan, with locations worldwide. For more information visit www.komatsu.com.

Komatsu acquires Joy Global to expand mining business. Joy Global Inc. will be renamed Komatsu Mining Corp., headquarters remains in Milwaukee (Photo: Komatsu)

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NEWS & REPORTS Highly considered: The communal demonstration is regularly a special centre of attraction at the steinexpo. This time a stand for spectators is available to have the best view on the event. (Photos: gsz)

steinexpo 2017 –

Young big thinkers rock the future – and start with steinexpo This year, ThinkBig instead of ThinkIng is the special topic for students interested in all things technical and for students in an 80 km radius of the steinexpo quarry in Nieder-Ofleiden. As in the previous trade fairs, the focus is not so much on engineering studies but in particular also on the relevant jobs that require technical training. Especially the aggregates industry offers very interesting job profiles with practice-based careers in the further course of the working life. The main drivers of the initiative are the Association of German Machinery and Plant Manufacturing (VDMA) and steinexpo 2017. The regional employers‘ association Hessenmetall, the MINT network, the MIRO (German Aggregates Federation) working committee for further education and further training – and, of course, various exhibitors as preferred destinations at the expo – are included in the preparation and execution of this campaign.

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When more than 45,000 visitors stream through the gates of steinexpo into Europe‘s largest basalt quarry in Nieder-Ofleiden at the end of August/beginning of September, they will be joined by more than 500 students as part of the vocational orientation group of the region to benefit from the very special package under the topic of “ThinkBig”. Where, if not here, can you experience the technology, performance and people behind the successes of the raw and building materials industry in a more impressive and concentrated way. The organisers have recognised that this is exactly the right place to stimulate the youth’s interest in technology, and they are using the expo to drive this special campaign. The buses are chartered, the lists of interested youngsters are filling up rapidly and the planning behind the information and attractions on offer is in place. To hit the target in the preparations for the visit, a special teacher folder that explains the ThinkBig

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campaign has been developed. It is also expressly pointed out that the “extracurricular steinexpo school” is above all intended as a magnet for young people who are really interested in the subject. Peer pressure is discouraged, as the idea is to encourage already existing enthusiasm to take part in this special campaign. Included in the information sheet is a “dress code”. Although every participant naturally gets a helmet free of charge, every student is personally responsible to wear clothing and footwear suitable for the quarry terrain.

ThinkBig in theory and practice Trying out simulators, carrying out technical experiments, exploring operator‘s cabins and testing quiz knowledge – all interested young people could do all those at the last bauma under the same “ThinkBig” slogan. A very special indoor hall experience, which was very well received. Attractive for young people with a passion for heavy-duty technology. The steinexpo in the past already attracted youngsters from the next generation interested in technology, but whereas the focus was mostly on relevant courses, the ThinkBig campaign focuses on training in the industry and its environment. (Photos: Sandbiller/gsz)

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NEUHEITEN & REPORTAGEN Attractive for young people with a passion for heavyduty technology. The steinexpo in the past already attracted youngsters from the next generation interested in technology, but whereas the focus was mostly on relevant courses, the ThinkBig campaign focuses on training in the industry and its environment. (Photos: Sandbiller/gsz)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Fachlich: Geoplan GmbH Josef-Herrmann-Straße 1-3 76473 Iffezheim | Deutschland Tel.: +49 (0)72 29 - 606 - 30 Fax: +49 (0)72 29 - 606 - 10 eMail: info@geoplanGmbH.de Internet: www.geoplanGmbH.de Editorial: gsz-Fachpressebüro Tel.: +49 (0)171 536 96 29 eMail: schulz@gsz-fachpressebuero.de

The Nieder-Ofleiden quarry offers additional activities that add the lifelike and realistic element of practical implementation. Together with the trade fair organizer Geoplan, the exhibitors participating in the ThinkBig campaign are developing various participatory activities for the technically interested next generation from grade levels 7 to 13. By the way, the curious youngsters will not be received by an “old guard” of ladies and gentlemen with decades of professional experience, but by their “equals”, in other words apprentices and trainees or young professionals who recently finished their studies. These trainee guides will take their future potential younger colleagues through the steinexpo in small, manageable groups on 31 August and 1 September. In addition, as insiders with fresh knowledge, they will mainly present their own training companies from the construction and building materials equipment sector. Of course, they have the added advantage of being able to call on the support of their seasoned colleagues on site. This, too – the uncomplicated interaction between old and young, experienced employees and newly trained – is one of the particularly attractive features of the aggregates industry and its suppliers.

Award-winning preparation for a flight of fancy

steinexpo can submit a video clip of maximum two minutes in which they give their views on what they particularly value in the industry and in their jobs in terms of education, vocational training and career. The most creative videos will be awarded and, of course, shown during the show. The closing date for submitting the videos is 30 June 2017. The clips will be on YouTube (steinexpo channel – the original) and Facebook (www. facebook.com/steinexpo) by 30 July. The click rate during this time will determine the placement of the participants. The winner will win a helicopter tour over the steinexpo!

Free Saturday for youth visitors Of course, the steinexpo is also a special attraction for young visitors outside the regional ThinkBig student initiative. The inter-company training centres of the raw and building materials industry in Erfurt, Wiesau and Gelsenkirchen have planned a trade fair visit with their students – as many other tech-savvy young people coming from all over the world are certainly also planning. Whoever is part of this group of visitors and is planning to visit on Saturday has received good advice, because on this day – the so-called Family Day – admission is free of charge for young people up to the age of 18 with a valid student ID.

The run-up to the campaign during the exhibition will be a matching video clip competition. Technical trainees and students in the dual training system of companies that are registered as exhibitors at

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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT: Fachlich: Geoplan GmbH Josef-Herrmann-StraĂ&#x;e 1-3 76473 Iffezheim | Germany Tel.: +49 (0)72 29 - 606 - 30 Fax: +49 (0)72 29 - 606 - 10 eMail: info@geoplanGmbH.de Internet: www.geoplanGmbH.de

steinexpo 2017 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 30. August 02. September 2017

steinexpo As the biggest and most significant stone quarry demonstration exhibition on the European continent, the steinexpo had its premiere in the Nieder-Ofleiden stone quarry in September 1990. The trade fair is held in a three-year cycle. By means of impressive live demonstrations against the backdrop of a magnificent stone quarry, manufacturers and dealers of building and processing machinery, utility vehicles and heavy vehicles as well as plants for reclamation and treatment of materials put their service performance on display. The recycling of mineral building materials represents another focus point. The steinexpo is organised by Geoplan GMBH, Iffezheim.

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THE AMS-EVENT CALENDER July 2017 06 - 07 Jul Mining on Top : Africa - Frankfurt Germany Summit MOTA 2017

Frankfurt, Germany

www.ametrade.org/miningontopafrica

24 - 26 Jul Iron Ore 2017

Perth, Australia

www.ausimm.com.au

26 - 27 Jul Riau Industrial Expo 2017

Riau, Indonesia

www.asiafireworks.com

August 2017 29 Aug - 01 Sep Katowice - The International Fair of Mining, Power Industry and Metallurgy Katowice, Poland

www.ptg.info.pl

30 Aug - 02 Sep Steinexpo 2017

Nieder-Ofleiden, Germany

www.steinexpo.de

10 - 13 Sep SAGA Conference and Exhibition 2017

MalmĂś, Sweden

www.omicsonline.org

13 - 17 Sep Nordbau 2017

NeumĂźnster, Germany

www.nordbau.de

11 - 12 Sep 5. Praxisforum Geothermie.Bayern 2017

Munich, Germany

www.praxisforum-geothermie.bayern

12 - 16 Sep Electra Mining Botswana 2017

Gaborone, Botswana

www.10times.com/electra-mining

13 - 17 Sep Mining Indonesia 2017

Jakarta, Indonesia

www.mining-indonesia.com

17 - 20 Sep SEG 2017: Ore Deposits of Asia: China and Beyond

Beijing, China

www.seg2017.org

18 - 21 Sep Exposibram 2017

BH, Brazil

www.exposibram.org.br

20 - 23 Sep Mining Indonesia 2017 (Building & Infrastructure Indonesia)

Jakarta, Indonesia

www.mining-indonesia.com

21 - 22 Sep International Field Exploration and Development Conference IFEDC 2017

Chengdu, China

www.ifedc.org

26 - 30 Sep Intermin Expo 2017

Plovdiv, Bulgaria

www.fair.bg

26 - 28 Sep International Machinery & Equipment Expo (KME) 2017

Nairobi, Kenya

www.kenyamachineryexpo.com

27 - 29 Sep ISME2017 International Symposium on Mining and Environment

Bodrum, Turkey

www.isme.org

September 2017

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THE AMS-EVENT CALENDER October 2017 02 - 07 Oct AfriRock ISRM International Symposium 2017

Cape Town, South Africa

www.saimm.co.za

03 - 05 Oct The Demo Expo ICUEE 2017

LOUISVILLE, USA

www.aem.org

12 - 14 Oct International Mining & Mineral Recovery Exhibition Myanmar 2017

Yangon, Myanmar

www.allworldexhibitions.com

17 - 19 Oct Metallic Mining Hall - 2nd Edition

Seville, Spain

www.mmhseville.com

18 - 21 Oct IMMAT 6th International Congress of Mining & Machinery Technology

Izimar, Turkey

www.immat.org

23 - 24 Oct Mining & Investment Latin America Summit 2017

Lima, Peru

www.gfcmediagroup.com

16 - 18 Oct Mining Investment Middle East & Central Asia 2017

Muscat, Oman

www.spire-events.com

21 - 22 Oct Exploration 2017

Toronto, Canada

www.exploration17.com

25 - 26 Oct GEC Geotechnik - expo & congress

Offenburg, Germany

www.gec-offenburg.de

25 - 28 Oct 31. Convención Internacional de Minería

Guadalajara, Mexiko

www.expominmexico.com

25 - 28 Oct CHINA COAL & MINING EXPO

Beijing, China

www.chinaminingcoal.com

30 Oct - 02 Nov International Mining and Resources Conference

Melbourne, Australia

www.imarcmelbourne.com

30 Oct - 02 Nov Mines and Technology

Melbourne, Australia

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Teheran, Iran

www.iranconmin.de

Nieder-Ofleiden, Germany

www.steinexpo.de

13 - 17 Sep Nordbau 2017

Neumünster, Germany

www.nordbau.de

11 - 12 Sep 5. Praxisforum Geothermie.Bayern 2017

Munich, Germany

www.praxisforum-geothermie.bayern

13 - 17 Sep Mining Indonesia 2017

Jakarta, Indonesia

www.mining-indonesia.com

17 - 20 Sep SEG 2017: Ore Deposits of Asia: China and Beyond

Beijing, China

www.seg2017.org

18 - 21 Sep Exposibram 2017

BH, Brazil

www.exposibram.org.br

27 - 29 Sep ISME2017 International Symposium on Mining and Environment

Bodrum, Turkey

www.isme.org

21 - 22 Oct Exploration 2017

Toronto, Canada

www.exploration17.com

25 - 26 Oct GEC Geotechnik - expo & congress

Offenburg, Germany

www.gec-offenburg.de

25 - 28 Oct 31. Convención Internacional de Minería

Guadalajara, Mexiko

www.expominmexico.com

November 2017 05 - 08 Nov IranConMin

Highlights 30 Aug - 02 Sep Steinexpo 2017

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