Equipment Today January 2023

PRODUCT ROUNDUPS

Ringing in the Industry New Year with Positive Outlooks on ConTech

The 2023 outlook for the construction industry is optimistic, especially for the adoption of construction technology products.

Contractors, dealers, construction and mining company leaders and others – thank you all for being dedicated readers of Equipment Today throughout 2022, a time of great change for this publication. Whether you celebrated 2023 by setting up new projects and buttoning up 2022 invoices, watching the ball drop in Times Square, swigging champagne with friends or cozying up with loved ones, I hope the start to 2023 is a positive one. As we launch into 2023, providing our readers with what we believe are the best professional resources possible—don’t miss the Attachment Guide on pages 24 through 33—we are keeping our outlooks as optimistic and productive as we think our readers’ resolutions will be in the new year.

Speaking of optimism, if you have not listened to one of our latest Digging Deeper podcasts on ForConstructionPros.com, led by Concrete Contractor editor Jonathan Kozlowski, who interviewed Ron Stupi of Bureau Veritas, you’re in for a treat. Stupi is the senior vice president at the North American Division of Building and Infrastructure at Bureau Veritas, and the podcast looks ahead to 2023 building and infrastructure trends.

In summary, Stupi notes that society at large may not yet have flying cars, as predicted by movies like “Back to the Future” and “Bladerunner,” but we have drones and robots to make construction work easier. Specifically, inspecting bridge cables, high pole masts in parking lots or cell phone towers in agricultural fields, drones and robots—like a rebartying robot we recently featured in the pages of Equipment Today—can make the work faster and safer. Human inspections, prone to error, can be tedious and dangerous, Stupi said, and disruptive of traffic and everyday lives.

Hear more of Kozlowski and Stupi’s conversation on ForConstructionPros.com by navigating to the “Podcasts” tab, clicking on the “Digging Deeper” podcast, and hitting the “Play” button on “Construction Building and Infrastructure Trends for 2023.” Enjoy!

Investing in the right construction technology also topped the list of our recent “2023 New Year’s Resolutions for the Construction Industry” piece by content director Jessica Lombardo, proving that drones, robots, 3D paving, telematics and other construction technology (or ConTech) are vital for the industry’s advancement.

“Executing world-class performance requires contractors to continuously innovate,” Lombardo wrote in a recent article on ForConstructionPros.com, “and new technology to help construction contractors do their jobs faster and more efficiently is emerging every day."

Adding to the ConTech arsenal, IRONPROS, our powerhouse construction equipment, products, workwear and technology website and customer-centric database, now has a ConTech Solution Finder. Meet ConTech, or Connie for short, on the IronPros.com website! The little robot guides site visitors through a survey designed to pull lists of products from registered IRONPROS manufacturer profiles that best fit users’ needs, from fleet management to labor and communication needs. As tough and dirty of a job as construction can sometimes be, Connie is an awfully cute and efficient way to find the tech your company may need. Whether it is Building Information Modeling (BIM), employee time tracking or fleet and asset management software that you seek, ConTech is on a meteoric rise in 2023. The rise of ConTech is unsurprising, given the growth of connected jobsites and increased access to broadband spectrum Internet. However, where Equipment Today and our sister publications have a leg up is in the analysis of the actual usefulness of these technologies. Our technology editor, Charles Rathmann, recently noted three major ConTech predictions for 2023, including interoperability of technologies, or ease of integration with other contractors’ and vendors’ technologies: “Because construction projects are typically executed not by a single corporate entity but by several—owners, generals, subcontractors and other vendors—processes critical to success must be handed off seamlessly between different organizations,” Rathmann wrote in an article on IronPros. com. “This means requests for information, change orders, applications for payment, certificates of insurance, workin-progress (WIP) reporting, lien waivers, amendments to contract terms and more are all making the transition in many projects into multi-company digital workflows.”

Construction worksites have always been multi-company projects, as Rathmann pointed out. It is high time to make them digitally well-integrated for the best process efficiencies. Keep an eye out for more user-friendly, versatile ConTech solution recommendations in these pages into 2023 and beyond. Cheers to technology health, wealth and worksite happiness in the new year!

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Charles Rathmann crathmann@acbusinessmedia.com

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Construction Lineup Durable Kubota engines Upgraded tech & features

Manitowoc Grove GMK4070L

To strengthen its four-axle all-terrain crane line-up, Manitowoc has unveiled the Grove GMK4070L at bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany. At its full 60 m, the crane will be able to lift 4.4 t, while at 49 m owners will be capable of picking loads of up to 8.3 t. When working at its maximum radius of 46 m, the GMK4070L will lift 1 t.

The GMK4070L will be one of the first Manitowoc cranes to offer the new Grove CONNECTTM digital platform that provides owners with real-time access to fleet data. Through Grove CONNECTTM, fleet managers can get insights into the crane’s performance with just a couple of taps on a screen.

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Ammann eARX 26-2

Ammann has unveiled the eARX 26-2 Light Tandem Roller for construction projects. The roller features a fully electric drive that can operate for 18 hours or longer without recharging. The absence of a combustion engine makes the eARX 26-2 quiet during operation. Sound levels reaching the operation station are 46% less compared to the diesel version. The powertrain concept eliminates almost all hydraulic components. Standard features, in addition to the electric drive, are the roller’s design, drum construction, operator platform and engine compartment.

Read More at https://eqtoday.co/eARX262

Manitowoc Grove GRT8100-1

The upgraded model of the GRT8100 will be available from 2023 and offers a series of improvements over the original version. Many of the enhancements stem from a new chassis that shares commonality with the chassis from the 120 t capacity GRT8120. There’s also an updated engine and transmission package and a new, wider cab with enhanced operating features. The 100 t (100 USt) capacity GRT8100-1 features the same 360° load charts as its predecessor. It also maintains the same overall dimensions, counterweight and five-section, 12 - 47 m (39.2 to 154.3-ft.) full-power MEGAFORM boom. However, with the new chassis on the GRT8100-1 customers have the option to integrate the flexible MAXbase variable position outrigger system, which offers up to 15% capacity improvements in certain configurations.

Read More at https://eqtoday.co/GRT81001

Bobcat E19e Compact Excavator

Bobcat's E19e compact excavator offers a compact footprint, quiet operation and zero emissions. The electrical motors deliver full torque regardless of rpm, hydraulic control and multifunctioning performance with minimal power drop. Like the E10e and the E32e, the E19e offers a run time of four hours of continuous operation on its lithium-ion battery pack. It charges with a standard 120-volt outlet, requiring eight hours to fully charge. https://rnt.news/lhwj2m

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Toro's e2500 Electric Ultra Buggy

Toro's 2500 Electric Ultra Buggy features a compact design, zero emissions, zero-turn-radius steering, full recharge in eight hours with a 120-v wall outlet and hauling capabilities of up to 2,500 lbs. of material. Featuring a narrow width of 31.5 in., the electric Ultra Buggy can fit through a 3-ft. door with a crash bar. Built to be versatile and agile, it’s equipped with a fold-up platform so operators can choose to stand on or walk behind the unit. The fold-up platform serves a second purpose, as well, allowing the unit to fit inside elevators or on trailers for easy transport. The polyethylene tub has an increased thickness of 3/8 in., allowing operators to haul more than just concrete, and a steel tub is also available for applications that require it.

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Volvo EC200E

The Volvo offers the EC200E 20-ton excavator for large-scale building and land projects. Designed for light- to medium-duty digging, its maximum digging reach is 32-ft. 9-in. with a maximum digging depth of 22-ft. 3-in. The excavator has a lifting capacity of 16,138-lbs. It also supports a variety of attachments and is equipped for quick couplers. Its size, versatility and price point make the Volvo EC200E excavator ideal for rental.

Read More at https://eqtoday.co/EC200E

Felling Trailers R Series

The Felling Trailers’ Utility Cable Reel “R” series model lines have been modified to increase operator safety and ease of use. An update to the model design is the auto-locking reel bar system. The auto-locking reel bar system eliminates the use of pins and brackets; it now utilizes a locking plate system. The R series product line offers payload capacities ranging from 1,740 pounds to 13,520 pounds. All models have the capability to load up to a 120-in. diameter reel. The auto-locking reel bar system's locking plates automatically open when lowering the reel to the ground for unloading. As the reel is loaded and raised, the locking plates automatically close to contain the reel bar. Once the reel is raised to transport position, spring-loaded pins automatically lock the slides into place. When the pins lock, they provide visual validation to the operator that the reel is properly locked for transport.

Read More at https://eqtoday.co/RSeries

Streamlight Portable Lamps

Streamlight has launched several new portable lighting solutions, which are wireless and enable mobility while conducting a wide range of tasks, including inspections, equipment installations, work in industrial shops and operating heavy machinery.

The Dualie 3AA Color Rite is an intrinsically safe work light that provides the option of bright, white light to illuminate large areas.

The Syclone Jr. Streamlight’s smallest multi-function work light.

The ProTac 2.0 and the ProTac 2.0 Headlamp are rechargeable lights powered by Streamlight’s SL-B50 USB Li-Ion battery pack that charges via USB-C cord inside or outside of the light. Both are dust tight and water resistant.

Read More at https://eqtoday.co/streamlightlamps

Reading Trucks Contractor Body

has expanded its truck body line-up with the introduction of the new Contractor Body. Designed with today’s contractors in mind, the Contractor Body reflects Reading Truck’s commitment to innovation, manufacturing and customer needs. Reading Truck’s new Contractor body comes equipped with many features, including A60 steel construction, e-coat primer and powder coat finish. Available in 10 ft. and 12 ft. lengths, the Contractor Body is built upon Reading’s heavy-duty platform body and includes standard features like a fork truck loadable material rack, 12 gauge hot-rolled deck plate, moveable tailboard for different space configurations with 17 in. fold-down rails and signature tool boxes (among others). The Contractor Body also addresses the safety of operators with LED lighting.

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Vermeer HG4000

The DiamaPro Systems DX-26P from Niagara Machine

The DiamaPro Systems DX26-P is a gear-driven, propane-powered concrete floor grinder engineered with the operator in mind. It is user-friendly and can handle the most demanding grinding jobs. The DX26-P is the perfect grinder for prep, removal, and concrete polishing.

Heavy duty gearbox Easy folding weights with secure locks Foldable handle for easy, compact transportation LED Lighting Transportation wheel Magnetic tool plates Velcro tool holders

Read More at https://eqtoday.co/DX26P

Doosan DX140W-7, DX190W-7 and DX210W-7

Doosan has introduced its next-generation, 7-series wheel excavators: the Doosan DX140W-7, DX190W-7 and DX210W-7. The “dash 7” excavators replace the “dash 5” models in the Doosan excavator lineup.

DOOSAN 7-SERIES

WHEEL EXCAVATOR SPECS

DX140W-7

Horsepower: 137-hp (102 kW) at 2000 rpm

Maximum digging depth: 14-ft. 8-in. (4.5 m) DX190W-7

Horsepower: 159.6-hp (119 kW) at 1900 rpm

Maximum digging depth: 18-ft. 9-in. (6 m) DX210W-7

Horsepower: 171.2-hp (127.7 kW) at 1900 rpm

Maximum digging depth: 19-ft. 4-in. (5.9 m)

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Vermeer has introduced a redesigned version of the HG4000 horizontal grinder. This new generation of the HG4000 delivers performance in various wood waste recycling applications and landscaping material production. It’s equipped with a 536-hp (399.7 kW) CAT C13B T4F Stage V diesel engine, a Series III duplex drum, an infeed to accommodate a variety of materials and many performance and durability features. It has a working sound level of 112 decibels. The HG4000 has a feed table capacity of 4.6-cu. yd. (3.5 m3).

Read More at https://eqtoday.co/HG4000

Paving the Road to Maximum Jobsite

Roads are so intrinsic to the American way of life that our vernacular comprises thousands of road-referencing phrases, idioms, musical lyrics and jokes:

“Every day is a winding road.” –Sheryl Crowe

“The road to hell is paved with good intentions.”

And one of my personal favorites:

“Take the high road.”

Roads, streets, paths, trails and tracks all evoke a sense of progress, and that forward movement can be wandering or purposeful. Whether emphasizing the journey of life or a path toward a noble goal or inevitable downfall, roads are a vital part of both the American infrastructure and vocabulary. It’s no wonder the need for roadbuilding and connectivity go hand in hand. However, since we’re reflecting on word choice and vocabulary, the word “connectivity” begs further inquiry.

What is Connectivity?

The term “connectivity” can refer to broadband Internet and its vital importance to the infrastructure of the United States, as well as connected construction jobsites via the aforementioned broadband Internet, smart roads with LiDAR cameras, roadbuilding equipment with updated sensors to determine and guide proper compaction pressure and techniques, and machine manufacturing processes that reduce carbon footprints for maximum efficiency and productivity. These are all key pieces of the puzzle that add up to an overarching, desirable image—a well-connected map of maintained roads and transportation solutions throughout the country.

With advancements in AI and 5G network connectivity, smart-road infrastructure technology offers the promise of being added to many different roads, bridges and other transit systems across the U.S., in hopes of improving real-time traffic analytics and tackling the most challenging road safety and traffic management problems, Georges Auode, CEO and co-founder of Derq, recently wrote in an expert column that appeared in the August 2022 issue of Equipment Today Road connectivity extends to the machinery used to build it, as well. All integrations and equipment — from wireless to wired to steel — must work together to make roads the best they can be in the coming years. There is no royal road to learning.

Connectivity a Top Trend for the Construction Industry’s Future AI and connectivity, along with renewable energy and alternative fuels, will dramatically impact the construction jobsite in the next 10 years, according to a recent whitepaper published by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM).

As jobsites become more connected, contractors and construction companies gather thousands of data points for later use. These data points could be monetized and shared with others outside the industry for even greater good and connectivity, according to AEM. From weather mapping with cloud-based systems to wearables detecting when people take falls, the bright future of construction site technology that AEM details in its latest whitepaper suggests more than just contractors and operators can benefit from data collection and interconnectivity.

Simply put, due to more advanced 5G networks and cloud systems, connectivity on the jobsite will improve significantly in the next decade, according to AEM’s data and projections. Better

While drivers are well-versed in traffic signals and signs alerting them to when they should or should not drive their vehicle, AVs need different alerts in the form of radio or cellular network signals.

equipment tracking will allow real-time visibility into productivity and maintenance on a jobsite, so operators and contractors can make sure they queue properly and have the most efficient job flow they can, said Ray Gallant, Volvo vice president of product management and productivity region, at an AEM webinar in September 2022.

This increased connectivity has significant implications for the future of roadbuilding, from possible, monetizable data point collection to vigilant planning of safer roads. Let’s get this show on the road.

Smart Roads

A significant part of President Joe Biden's infrastructure plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), deals with evolving transportation and roadways with smart infrastructure, which includes Vision Zero. Vision Zero is one of the newer strategies looking to eliminate deaths and severe injuries due to road traffic and unsafe infrastructure. First successfully implemented in parts of Europe, the strategy recently gained traction in North American cities.

Collaborations are integral between traffic planners, engineers, and policy makers alike in the Vision Zero strategy. Committing to Vision Zero means unlearning old ways of the roads and making room for new strategies to better the transportation infrastructure, according to Auode. This means that system designers and policy makers are expected to improve the roadway environment and policies in addition to other related systems in order to dramatically lessen the severity of crashes.

BOMAG spoke of future-looking roadbuilding technologies at bauma in Munich, Germany, this fall.

Advanced technologies including video analytics solutions use artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning approaches to analyze large quantities of video streams in realtime to then provide actionable insights on complex traffic situations including road hazards, congestion and traffic collisions. For example, companies like Waycare, Derq and Applied Information provide software that analyzes behavioral patterns of vehicles, pedestrians and traffic flows from existing traffic infrastructure in real-time to identify and predict potential road incidents. These advanced video analytics can then activate a pedestrian blinking sign to alert a distracted driver from colliding with a pedestrian. They can also alert a city operator so emergency responders can be dispatched to the location of the incident if a collision is detected. Furthermore, real-time AI analytics provide additional context in the form of incident identification, near-miss heatmaps and accurate traffic counts to traffic engineers and operators, allowing them to better understand traffic patterns and proactively improve the safety of roads.

In Miami-Dade County, the autonomous vehicle research team at Ford is exploring how emerging technology from smart infrastructure can provide additional information to an autonomous vehicle (AV) before it even arrives at an intersection, Auode wrote in a 2021 ForConstructionPros. com column. While many cities have different types of traffic signals — horizontal, vertical, posted in the corner of the intersection as opposed to in the middle of the intersection — AI algorithms unite smart infrastructure with AVs, which enable the launch of these vehicles in new locations much faster. In Las Vegas, Motional’s driverless vehicles are partnering with Derq to test how driverless technology reacts when given an even broader perspective than it already has. The collaboration has created a bird’s-eye view for the AVs at some of the most highlytrafficked intersections in the city.

The focus on technology should not be isolated to the car itself, but also in upgrading the actual road infrastructure, according to Auode. State-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) to advance smart infrastructure will not only help driverless vehicles understand the roads better, but also improve overall road safety as AVs are not equipped to see around corners or other impediments. With smart infrastructure now being introduced by AI startup companies such as Derq, having those “eyes” outside of the vehicle also allows for greater visibility overall — making the ride not only safer, but more comfortable and with even better performance. This will also result in less-congested roads. For an average U.S. citizen, congestion costs 99 hours

of their time and $1,377 each year, according to a Global Traffic Scorecard report published by INRIX in 2019. Smart infrastructure can prevent traffic backups by adjusting traffic signals when needed.

While some self-driving companies currently don’t rely on smart infrastructure, the AV industry is realizing that it’s an important piece of the puzzle when it comes to accelerating the ability to deploy more AV routes in different cities and countries. In addition, transportation systems can’t achieve safety without smart infrastructure. The need for innovative technology on the roads is growing. Autonomous vehicles have become an increasingly popular topic among transportation committees and vehicle experts on a federal level. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg has even stressed the importance of building better infrastructure, as well as technology, for self-driving cars.

The incorporation of AI and video analytics in smart roads will further the development of the technology of driverless vehicles. These innovations will also revolutionize the safety, comfort and performance of not only the autonomous vehicles, but also the overall transportation ecosystem. Now, where the rubber meets the road—ensuring the roads themselves get built safely and efficiently with high-tech equipment and connected jobsites.

Smarter Equipment and Jobsites

In North America, competitive bidding of projects is becoming increasingly dependent on being able to guarantee a road surface meets stringent specifications for smoothness or compaction, and contractors are further incentivized by bonuses for meeting these specs — and doing so in as little time as possible. In this way, the market itself is pushing the adoption of technologies like intelligent compaction, digital jobsites and networked equipment and employees.

Another market pressure is the labor shortage. Contractors are attempting to meet these specs and earn these bonuses with a smaller available workforce to pick from. For some crews these digital efficiencies become the difference between being able to get a job done or not.

And though some North American contractors are not eager to adopt electric machines yet, fuel consumption is still top of mind. There is no better illustration of the adage, “Time is money,” than a roller having to do more passes than is necessary.

Making fewer roller passes is not the only way to save fuel, and BOMAG is aware of this fact. After all, the company does have two small batteryelectric rollers in the lineup and offers the BW 174 hybrid roller. When you

become more efficient in your process, you use less fuel; there is much efficiency to be gained.

In fact, BOMAG pavers vice president and current North American head Marco Faulhaber said he has seen a trend of compactor operators who over-compact out of fear of not compacting the surface enough. For some contractors, the rate of overcompaction could be as high as 50%.

“Imagine if I could cut my fuel consumption on a compactor by 50% just by making sure that my operator knows exactly when to stop,” Faulhaber said.

In that way, Faulhaber said the machine and the efficiencies BOMAG has created on the machine itself is a bridge to finding more efficiencies through jobsite connectivity and broader networking throughout the operation. Implementing technology to make road construction work more efficiently and accurately is nothing new to BOMAG. The company introduced its intelligent compaction solution Asphalt Manager all the way back in 2001.

“So far this work has been focused mostly on the machine. The next step, of course, is to start linking machines and make sure that the total outcome is what you need,” Faulhaber said. “Those digital solutions, when you start linking the jobsite together, improves the overall efficiency of the jobsite, the quality of the job that is being built and improves the efficiency greatly.”

When machine control technology is paired with a digital jobsite and a networking of all the processes, “I control my quality throughout the job,” Faulhaber said. That line of thinking is fueling the questions and problems

the company is trying to answer and solve with the networking technology it is currently developing. Faulhaber asked rhetorically, “So, how do you create this level of confidence, so that the contractor knows that his crew is up for any job, no matter what happens? What kind of support can the machine manufacturer provide the machine application experts with, beyond the digital job tools we have and easy-to-operate machines, so that at the end, you get the best out of the road that you possibly can?”

Building upon the company’s machine control offerings is the chosen path. The company is exploring autonomous roller technology and has displayed cabless rollers at a few trade shows. But at bauma 2022 the real focus was on networking people and machines.

At its booth in Munich, BOMAG had a entire room dedicated to the digital road jobsite of the nearfuture, complete with scale models and several displays. In that room, the company brought in scores of customers to discuss what they are seeing on their jobsites and to see how BOMAG’s vision for connected jobsites matches up.

BOMAG’s vision of connectivity includes ensuring that the key jobsite data is dispersed throughout the jobsite. Rather than one supervisor managing a dashboard of all the various digital touch points, BOMAG wants to equip every operator, driver and employee with that dashboard

Road Widener attachments work with a variety of large construction equipment to ensure roadbuilding jobsites are well-connected.

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via a tablet, smartphone or their in-cab display. The idea is that if you arm each and every individual with the information they need to do the best job they can, the strength and efficiency of the jobsite as a whole will increase. In short, the sum will be greater than its parts, but a sum dependent on those parts nonetheless.

If the road, street or adjacent sidewalk is made out of concrete rather than asphalt, connected jobsites and equipment also exist to aid in the efficient and safe production of concrete pathways.

Soracom, Inc., a global provider of advanced IoT connectivity, has partnered with EXACT Technology Corp., a concrete monitoring technology company, to help build future infrastructure projects.

The first seven days of the concrete curing process are critical. The temperature of the concrete needs to be maintained consistently throughout the weeklong period, otherwise it has the potential to crack, letting in salt and water, and compromising the longevity of the concrete. EXACT’s technology checks for temperature fluctuations in real time, collecting data and alerting project managers via Soracom’s connectivity solutions.

Access to this real-time data allows project managers to adjust accordingly by heating or cooling sections

of the concrete as needed. Properly managing the curing process means infrastructure projects can last up to 125 years without remediation, while projects not properly cured may last only half that time.

On the equipment side, all GOMACO pavers have the most up to date G+ control system and GOMACO Remote Diagnostics (GRD), both of which allow GOMACO to communicate with pavers remotely. The GOMACO Navigator software consolidates all the G+ paver accessories, allowing pavers to communicate with each other while on the same jobsite.

Additionally, sensors on the jobsite, from safety backup sensors for rollers and equipment to wearables that help detect worker jolts and falls, will proliferate in the next decade, according to AEM.

“It starts with understanding what’s going on, on the site and that’s where sensors really came into it. There already are a number of Internetconnected devices — sensors on the machines that are feeding information all the time,” Gallant said. “Our problem has not been getting the information. It’s been how we use it, how to consolidate it and how we use it smartly. And that’s, I think, the next big frontier here…We get better and better at controlling the sites and helping the operators be better, more efficient, more sustainable operators.”

Better insight into jobsite safety will ensure proper construction, according to Gallant and AEM, keeping the future of roads on the right track.

Smartest Manufacturing Processes

As Faulhaber put it during a discussion at bauma in Munich, Germany, the path to more sustainable road construction does not pass through the engine — or battery — compartment. While much of the focus around sustainability and construction focuses on the emissions of construction equipment, the majority of roadbuilding’s carbon footprint lies in the production and transportation of asphalt and concrete.

The company believes that type of digital optimization can be effectively expanded beyond the roller and surface to not only the jobsite as a whole, but to every step of the roadbuilding process, including production and transport. Ultimately, these greater efficiencies won’t just reduce the industry’s carbon footprint but will also ease the difficulty contractors face in finding enough skilled workers.

The company envisions fully networked and connected jobsites for the roads of the future and is dedicated to pushing the industry forward through the promotion of these connected jobsites and networking tools.

But beyond the need for solutions to decrease carbon emissions that are

optimized and designed specifically road building, BOMAG tempers this work with feedback from customers. And those conversations differ greatly depending on where in the world the feedback is coming from.

In Europe Faulhaber says they do hear from more contractors who name reducing carbon footprint as a core goal of their business. That sentiment isn’t held nearly as widely among contractors in North America, where Faulhaber suspects legislation will be the key driver in the industry’s move toward more sustainable fuels such as electric- or hydrogen-powered equipment.

Which points us right back to why optimizing the production and transportation of materials, and making the actual installation of the asphalt or concrete surface more efficient is the best focus for BOMAG and its peers in the industry. While there is little global agreement on the viability of zero-emissions equipment with the current state of charging infrastructure, battery technology and hydrogen fuel technology in general, process optimizations are hard for anyone to argue with.

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“Eyes” outside the vehicle allow for greater visibility overall, making the ride not only safer, but more comfortable and better performing.

Our distributors are authorized to put a new Gorman-Rupp engine-driven contractor’s pump alongside any other pump of the same size, type and horsepower, anytime, anywhere. Our pumps will work harder, faster and smarter, ensuring optimal uptime. If within 30 days of purchase, it isn’t the best all-around pump, our distributor will accept the return of the Gorman-Rupp pump and offer a full refund. Guaranteed.

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Hitachi ZX250LC-6, ZX350LC-6 & ZX380LC-6 Excavators

Hitachi's Tier 4 Final excavator line, which includes the ZX250LC-6, ZX350LC-6 and ZX380LC-6, is designed for work in cold weather operations with its fuel recirculation system, which prevents fuel from gelling in the main filter by circulating warm return fuel back to the main fuel filter, rather than to the fuel tank.

• Isuzu engine with cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and selective catalytic reduction (SCR)

• ZX250LC-6 offers 177 hp; ZX350LC-6 and ZX380LC-6 offer 271 hp

• DEF lines encapsulated by lines filled with engine coolant to defrost DEF

• Grade reference ready option - Topcon, Trimble or Leica

• Programmable attachment modes, including thumb

• Standard upper-structure handrails for added safety and accessibility

Simplified daily and periodic maintenance thanks to features like single-side groundlevel filters and a battery disconnect switch

• ZXLink system provides access to fleet location, functions, hours, fuel consumption, alerts and other essential machine data

Kato 9VXB Electric Mini Excavator

The battery-powered 9VXB electric miniexcavator comes standard with all the features found on the diesel excavator models. It combines a no-emission motor with other standard features such as the spanner function (27.5- to 37.5-in. variable width) and auxiliary hydraulic piping to the front of the unit.

• 8-hour run time on full charge

• 360° house swing with independent 140° boom swing

• 4-gpm hydraulic flow

• 5-ft. 2-in. dig depth

• 2,375-lb. operating weight

• Two-speed travel

Volvo L20 and L25 Electric Loaders

Volvo Construction Equipment has upgraded its zero-emissions, lownoise L20 and L25 Electric compact wheel loaders by increasing the maximum speed to 12.4 mph (20 km/h), adding the option to fit a parallel linkage that delivers high breakout torque in various applications, additional operator features and improving charging. Operators in colder climates will appreciate the new programmable cab heater option, which allows them to easily choose the times and days of the week when they would like to arrive in a prewarmed and defrosted cab. Operator comfort is also upgraded thanks to a more ergonomic joystick with the latest design on the market. A new electric parking brake supports uptime with hill-hold functionality: a convenient automatic feature for operators working on inclines or rough terrain. And because the disc brake in the former model is now replaced by a spring-applied and hydraulic-released wet-disc brake, related maintenance requirements are removed. The time it takes to achieve a full charge from zero is only six hours with the 6 kW on-board charger if used with a 240V socket or Level 2 public charging station. Speedier charging is available with optional off-board DC fast chargers at 11.5 kW or 17.3 kW

Volvo EC950F Crawler Excavator

The 100-ton EC950F features improved hydraulics to deliver constant high pressures across each phase of the digging and lifting cycle.

• 603-hp Volvo D16 Tier 4 Final engine with ECO mode

• Electrohydraulic system controls on-demand flow and reduces internal losses in the hydraulic circuit Boom-swing priority valve adjusts priority of hydraulic flow between boom-up and swing

• Integrated work mode allows operators to select from Idle, Fine, General and Heavy modes

• Attachment management system can store settings for up to 20 attachments

• Includes a retractable undercarriage, Dig Assist and rear view camera

Komatsu XT445L-5 and XT430-5 Harvesters

Komatsu has launched XT-5 tracked harvesters for forestry applications. With this machine, operators can harvest close to the carrier and maneuver around the site thanks to a low center of gravity and off-set boom.

Made to perform in demanding conditions, Komatsu’s XT-5 closed loop tracked harvesters enable operators to simultaneously travel, cut, delimb, harvest and swing timber. Engineered with hydraulic lines for each function, operators can use tracks, boom, arm and tools concurrently.

XT-5 Tracked Harvester Capabilities

• Heavy-duty lift capacity

• 10% more horsepower

• 16% more torque

5% lower fuel consumption

• Supports uptime and serviceability

Performance

The short-tail swing of Komatsu’s 331 hp harvesters lets operators work through dense forests and clear-cutting environments. The set-back boom allows cutting close to the undercarriage and tracks, while the swing torque excels in demanding applications. With balance between boom lift and arm holding capacity, the XT-5 harvesters can be equipped with a wide selection of harvesting saw heads.

Servicing

With the XT-5 harvesters, you can save on maintenance costs because the hydraulic tank system design requires 55% less hydraulic oil. Pumps are equipped with hydro-nucleation to help prevent pump cavitation and are 17% larger to help extend component life by operating 500 rpms slower. The engine gull-wing and wide swing-out doors on the XT-5 harvesters offer access to all engine service points and all key components.

Link-Belt 355 X4S Excavator

The 78,709-lbs. Link-Belt 355 X4S minimum swing radius excavator has a maximum digging depth of 22 ft. 10 in., maximum reach at ground level of 34 ft. 8 in. and a bucket digging force of 39,340 lbf. An Isuzu AQ-6HK1X 6-cyl., Tier 4 engine produces 205 net hp at 1,800 rpm. Four work modes offer varying levels of selectable rpm settings. The new Eco mode maximizes fuel economy and the new Lifting mode ensures power boost is always on during lower rpm crane tasks. The fullsize cab offers more room and comfort, a high-back air suspension seat, improved cab layout and a 10-in. LCD monitor. Two high-resolution cameras are standard with the optional WAVES camera system providing a 270° view around the machine.

New Excavator Fuel Options Reduce Costs and

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FOOTPRINTS

Whether they’re loved or hated by the industry, electric excavator offerings continue to progress rapidly as manufacturers strive to drastically decrease emissions.

in the quest for reduced

JCB is committed to exploring and manufacturing hydrogen-powered excavators and other equipment emissions and quieter jobsites.

One of the hottest online topics lately regarding the construction industry is whether electric excavators are worth the time, money and commitment to change. Battery charging times may slow down a day's work, some argue. Others proclaim that a small electric excavator would not run for eight continuous hours on a jobsite anyway, as a construction project typically requires multiple pieces of equipment for different parts of the work. For example, as operators run dozers or wheel loaders, their small electric excavator battery packs could

charge. Despite wide-ranging opinions, more manufacturers are focused on achieving two primary goals as they release new electric excavators: sustainability and fuel efficiency. Whether they're loved or hated by the industry, excavator engineering and product development, which prioritize electric and alternative fuels, are progressing rapidly on the road toward drastically lowered emissions.

Full Steam Ahead Toward a Hydrogen Revolution

Although JCB produces roughly 400 diesel engines every day for its agricultural and construction machinery, the company is currently considering alternative ways to power its machines.

After all, governments globally are striving to end the use of diesel and gas in passenger cars and light goods

vehicles. However, JCB has encountered one significant issue: batteries aren’t usually a viable power option for the agricultural and construction industries, as heavy machinery requires massive batteries. And batteries wouldn’t be charged in an easy manner, as machines are often used in remote areas.

With zero-emission technology as its ultimate goal, JCB doesn’t provide hybrid-diesel electric technology as a solution either. Nonetheless, in July 2020, JCB engineers began to design an engine for a backhoe that runs completely on hydrogen. Six months later, the first working prototype was

tested, as the engineers successfully developed a high-performance, purpose-engineered, zero-carbon-dioxide, hydrogen fuel engine.

“Hydrogen engines solve all of the problems that are associated with battery charging on busy, remote sites, as OEMs work on the internal

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Bobcat Company recently released a lineup of all-electric excavators. all-electric

combustion principle,” said Chris Giorgianni, vice president of government and defense, product and marketing, JCB. “They’ll feel familiar to anyone who is used to diesel or gas engines.”

Of equal importance, the costs of using hydrogen-powered excavators are roughly the same as utilizing excavators that are powered by traditional engines, which run on fossil fuels. Furthermore, unlike batteries, hydrogen engines aren’t inflationary. And, above all else, hydrogen engines don’t release any carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, as they’re completely carbon neutral.

“Now that hydrogen-powered excavators are here and proven, global governments need to be encouraged to adopt hydrogen engines and incentivize investment in hydrogen energy infrastructure,” Giorgianni emphasized. “While the benefits of hydrogen power are hopefully clear for everyone to see, it is still a relatively new technology. So, it is crucial that we start to take the lead in getting the message out.”

To help ensure that hydrogen power begins to be viewed as a genuinely viable alternative to electric and battery-powered machinery within the construction industry, JCB is investing $130 million to create super-efficient hydrogen engines for a wide array of machines — from backhoe loaders and telescopic handlers, to larger, heavier equipment.

In addition, the company strives to offer its first hydrogen-powered excavators to customers as soon as possible.

“This commitment reinforces our conviction — as a company — that hydrogen power will be a key part of the solution, in response to climate change’s ongoing threat,” said

Giorgianni. “As a result, JCB is looking forward to being firmly at the forefront of the hydrogen revolution.”

Maintenance-Free Electric Excavators Quieter, Cheaper

On the other hand, KATO-CES has two models of battery-electric miniexcavators: the 9VXB, which has a 5-foot, 2-inch digging depth, along with a bucket force of 2,360 pounds, and the 17VXB, which has a 7-foot digging depth, as well as a bucket force of 3,687 pounds. Since they each utilize a standard hydraulic system, users can run the same attachments with them as the diesel versions that the company has previously released.

“There is definitely a growing demand and a market for these mini-excavators,” said Bart DeHaven, director of sales, North America, KATO-CES. “Electric units are a little heavier than the diesel units, but they still have the same dig depth. The only drawback is run time, as the diesel mini-excavators can be filled at any time, yet the battery-electric miniexcavators need to be charged eight to 12 hours to ensure they’ll run for eight hours.”

Additionally, the battery-electric mini-excavators release fewer emissions, are less noisy and have less vibrations than diesel mini-excavators, thereby improving operators’ comfort, while also reducing their fatigue.

Completely maintenance-free, the mini-excavators’ lithium-ion batteries and electric motors have lifespans that are just as long as a diesel engine’s lifetime, if not longer.

“Battery-electric mini-excavators do have higher purchase prices than their diesel equivalents, but the total cost

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excavators can be fully recharged overnight. The E10e and the E19e have standard 120-volt outlets, whereas the E32e has a 240-volt outlet.

of product management, excavators, Bobcat Company.

Furthermore, the battery-electric excavators support environmentally-

of ownership should be considered when evaluating them, too,” DeHaven added. “This total cost of ownership includes the fuel savings and extended component life of not having an engine, which decreases users’ overall maintenance costs, as well.”

Zero Emissions and High Performance: Electric Excavators' Sweet Spots

Focused on minimizing its environ mental impacts, while also helping its customers achieve the same goals, Bobcat Company is currently lever aging technology to become more productive and utilize resources more efficiently. As an example, the com pany is now using alternative-energy products that aren’t only environ mentally conscious, but also ensure customers can continue their business operations as government mandates are steadily established regarding zero emissions and clean energy.

So far, the company has advanced its commitment to environmental sustainability through the launch of the T7X, which is the world’s first-ever all-electric compact track loader. And it’s also producing a range of batteryelectric excavators, as well as a variety of electric products that offer users viable alternatives to diesel-powered equipment.

“While significantly reducing their carbon footprints and producing much less noise than diesel-powered offerings, the battery-electric excavators will also expand users’ jobsite versatility,” said Joel Honeyman, vice president of global innovation, Bobcat Company. “Producing no emissions, the batteryelectric excavators can tackle tough jobs — outdoors and indoors — as they also require less maintenance than their diesel counterparts.”

During bauma 2022, Bobcat Company revealed its latest electric excavator, the E19e compact excavator, which joins the E10e and the E32e as the product lineup’s third member. Each of the battery-electric excavators have compact footprints, quiet operations and zero emissions. In addition, their electrical motors deliver full torque, regardless of rpm, leading to high productivity, on-demand, multifunctioning performance (without any noticeable decline in power) and smooth hydraulic control.

Providing users a run time of roughly four hours of continuous operation on its lithium-ion battery pack, each of the battery-electric

Say hello to the KATO 35V5 mini excavator. The 35V5 is the ultimate in utility and flexibility with is standard expandable track feature and optional Extend-a-Hoe Side Arm helping take power and stability to a whole new level. To top it all off the this 23hp beast boasts a Yanmar engine, digging depth of 10’11”, and operating weight of 8082 lbs. The 35V5 Mini Excavator has a zero tail swing, increased digging force is increased by 10%, and the 4-pump system is quick to respond, making this the ultimate mini excavator.Comfortable and easyto-use, the 35V5 mini excavators are also fuel efficient and easy to maintain. With an auto-parking brake and a neutral engine-start, the 35V5 mini excavator is proactive in error-prevention. Contact KATO CES today for more information.

EARTHMOVING TRENDS

leading to an improvement in jobsite communication, as they can also be used in sound-sensitive areas.

“With the introduction of our allelectric compact track loader, the Bobcat T7X, as well as our battery-electric excavator lineup, which is, again, comprised of the E10e, E19e and E32e, we’re reaffirming our commitment to offering more environmentally sustainable products,” Honeyman said.

He added, “We have many customers who have their own Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals, and our battery-electric excavators support environmentally-conscious customers, while still delivering diesel-equivalent machines’ performance and power, too.”

Emissions Reduction Goals Key to Product Development and Engineering

Earlier this year, Takeuchi announced that the first 100 units of its TB20e, an electric compact excavator, will be available at some United Rentals locations. Built by Takeuchi, the battery-powered machine is the first to be released in the company’s anticipated lineup of electric products, created to meet its ESG goals.

“United Rentals and Takeuchi have a long history together, [so] we’re pleased to be the first to offer the environmentally-friendly TB20e excavator,” said TJ Mahoney, vice president, supply chain, United Rentals. “Not only does [the excavator] provide our customers a more sustainable equipment option, it’s also more cost efficient to operate.”

“The product and market development for the TB20e took place in North America, so it made sense to debut the machine here,” added Clay Eubanks, director of global sales, Takeuchi. “We’re excited to see how [United Rentals’] customers react to this new environmentally-friendly excavator.”

Meanwhile, Caterpillar — which has been dedicated to working on electrification for the last 30 years — is focused on increasing the power of some of its high-volume loader and excavator product lines. As an example of this dedication, in October, the company showcased a variety of fullyelectric prototype machines at bauma.

From a sustainability standpoint, one excavator especially stood out: the Cat 301.9 electric mini-excavator. Providing users a Cat 48V, 32kWh bat-

commercially-available electric excavator offering.

At the same time, Caterpillar has issued seven sustainability goals that it is striving to achieve by 2030. The goals range from reducing absolute greenhouse gas emissions from its operations by 30%, to decreasing its landfill intensity by 50%.

“We have set a goal to have 100% of the new products that are released through 2030 be more sustainable than the previous generation,” stressed Jason Conklin, senior vice president, global construction and infrastructure, Caterpillar. “To achieve this goal, we will collaborate with customers, decrease waste, enhance the design for rebuilding and remanufacturing, lower emissions and improve our efficiency.”

OEMs Should Consider Multiple Options for Alternative Fuels

As Ray Gallant, vice president, product management and productivity, Volvo Construction Equipment, looks ahead to the evolution of zero-emission heavy construction equipment, he said the response to electrification or sustainable power isn’t just a single technical solution, but a variety of solutions that manufacturers will need to develop and then “bring into play.”

“Volvo Construction Equipment is working with technologies such as battery-electric, hybrid, hydrogen fuel cells and alternate fuels like hydrogen combustion, as a result,” Gallant said. “We’re interested in any energy source that can provide the energy we need in a sustainable process.”

these systems in the future,” he said. “And we’re considering cable electric excavators that can connect directly to the grid and draw power while they’re being used, which are especially excellent options if customers have stationary excavators or applications.”

If customers are using larger excavators that require 200 kilowatts of power or more, they will need to purchase equipment that utilizes exotic fuels like gaseous or liquid hydrogen. As an example, they could obtain a hydrogen-powered direct combustion engine (a modification of a standard diesel block) or they could acquire electric energy from a fuel cell, which would power each of their excavators through a battery pack. Both options can be used for very high power ranges, especially those that are required in mining or quarry sites.

“One of the considerations for all power ranges and different technologies is that we’ll need to be much more efficient as OEMs, in order to recapture as much of this energy as possible while the excavators are being used,” Gallant said. “Customers can’t afford to waste or lose power through an inefficient system if they have a battery pack with limited capacity.”

He continued, “That’s why, as manufacturers, we need to be more efficient in how we use the power, recover it in the non-work cycles and ensure the excavators and battery packs last as long as possible.”

Offering the same performance that Takeuchi’s diesel-powered TB216 compact excavator does, the TB20e is 100% battery powered, enabling it to provide lower noise and vibration levels than the dieselpowered compact excavator, while also emitting no exhaust emissions. And when it’s completely charged, the TB20e provides a continuous working time, which ranges from four to eight hours, fully dependent on the application and environment in which it’s utilized in.

In addition to offering an operating weight of 4,255 pounds, the electric compact excavator has a bucket capacity of 1.34 cubic feet, along with a primary auxiliary flow of 9.0 gpm. Furthermore, it has a reach of up to 13 feet and 4 inches, as well as a digging depth of 7 feet and 10 inches, at most. To ensure its operators remain comfortable, the TB20e also has a spacious station that features a high-definition, multi-informational color display.

tery, the excavator has a run time of up to eight hours on one charge; this run time declines to five hours during continuous trenching, though.

Additionally, the company has created the Cat 320 electric excavator, which also has a run time of up to eight hours on one charge. However, it uses a different battery than the Cat 301.9 electric mini-excavator does, as it features a Cat 600V, 320kWh battery instead.

“Each machine will also include an onboard AC charger, which will enable it to be charged overnight,” said Corne Timmermans, vice president, sales and marketing, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Caterpillar. “We’re also planning on providing DC fast-charging options that customers can utilize during their break times.”

Both of the excavators are anticipated to be available for customers in Europe and North America within the coming years, as the Cat 301.9 electric miniexcavator is expected to be the first

For instance, small excavators are great fits for battery-electric drives. So, Volvo CE has placed a 48-volt battery pack in each of its compact excavators. The battery pack can store enough energy for the excavators to conduct their daily work tasks on a general-duty cycle basis. And, in order to recharge them, the company offers an assortment of charging solutions.

“Even heavier machines that use up to 120 kilowatts can be powered with a battery pack,” he added. “The difference is that the battery pack goes up to a much higher voltage (600 volts for our excavators, in fact), so that we not only have faster recharge times, but also acquire the power we need—all with a reasonable weight and power balance.”

Once manufacturers’ customers require 120 to 150 kilowatts of power, along with longer duty cycles, they’ll need to consider other types of technologies, as well. The primary reasons? For these types of requirements, excavators’ batteries are too heavy to supply the power that such customers need, especially if they have applications where excavators are utilized continuously for 24 hours. And very large battery packs tend to have very long recharge times.

“Therefore, we’re looking at different technologies like hybrids and alternative fuels that can power

With these goals in mind, Volvo CE, which offers two compact electric excavators, is preparing to develop other options, as well. The company is expanding electromobility to larger excavators, such as the mid-size EC230E Electric, a prototype that will be available in North America in 2023 for customer pilot projects.

As it prepares for the future of hydrogen fuel, the company has recently introduced a prototype fuel cell hauler, too. Using a hydrogen fuel cell test lab in Sweden, which tests complete fuel cell units, the company is continuing to invest in partnerships that will help it develop more sustainable equipment and initiatives.

“Volvo Construction Equipment was the first construction equipment manufacturer to commit to an electric future for its compact machine range, as we stopped the development of new diesel engines for mini-excavator models globally—from the EC15 to the EC27—as well as compact front end loaders, from the L20 to L28,” Gallant added. “That’s a bold decision, made in step with a challenge from our president, Melker Jernberg, to stir the market by providing compact, zero exhaust emission excavators.”

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Chris Lewis is a freelance writer for Equipment Today.

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What Roller Should I Use?

Selecting the proper roller for the application, and using it correctly, will ensure optimal surface compaction on your construction projects.

There are many different types and styles of rollers available for compaction, but not every roller is right for every job.

Factors that you should consider when choosing the right roller for your job include:

˜ Type of material that will be compacted (dirt, sand, gravel, asphalt, etc.)

˜ Budget

˜ Size of area

˜ Site layout (open area or confined areas)

˜ Transportation to and from the jobsite

Take a look at the types of rollers available and decide when, where and how to use them on your projects.

Soil Compaction

When a new road or structure is being built, the foundation will need to be compacted before final construction can begin. The new surface is often loose and unstable and needs to be compacted before structures are built upon it.

There are a few main types of soil compactors to accomplish this task:

Smooth Drum

These rollers consist of large, smooth steel drums that use a combination of impact, vibration and static pressure to compact materials such as sand, ballast and gravel. They are the most effective in compacting silty or sandy soils with the fewest passes.

Sheepsfoot or Padfoot Drum

This style of rollers have many raised lugs called "feet" on the roller drum. The feet provide a tamping action and change the surface area of the roller drum, which enables the roller drum to apply more pressure per square inche.

The roller operator can increase the pressure on the feet as needed by filling the drum with wet sand and other materials. Typically sheepsfoot rollers are used with silty or heavy clay or cohesive soil surfaces.

Single or Double Drum Style

Soil compaction rollers can either be tandem (double drum) or single (threewheeled) depending on the project needs.

Tandem rollers have drums in the front and the back for additional

power and faster compaction times. However, the lack of tires results in less stability and traction than single drum versions.

Three-wheeled or single drum rollers have a drum in the front and specialized tires in the back, allowing them to roll over almost any surface.

Asphalt Compaction

Many times, asphalt roadways are put down over soil and there are many specialized rollers to use during different phases of asphalt compaction. These can come in single drum configurations, but you usually see tandem rollers operating during asphalt compaction.

Smooth Drum Rollers:

These styles of roller are most commonly used for asphalt compaction but have varying styles and technologies that make them more suited for different applications.

Static Rollers:

Static rollers are used to compact many different types of material, but are used on some jobsites for asphalt compaction. Static rollers are sometimes seen as the final roller in the paving train, used for finish rolling. The primary purpose of finish rolling is to obtain the last little bit of density and to remove the marks, if any, left by the first and second rollers. When needed, finish rolling should be accomplished with mix surface temperatures above 175° F.

Vibratory Rollers:

Vibratory rollers are almost identical to smooth wheel rollers except they feature a specialized vibrating component. As the roller compacts and flattens the surface, it will vibrate and increase the compactive effort. Double drum vibratory rollers operate close behind the paver to obtain the initial compactive effort while the mix is still hot.

This “breakdown” rolling, completed with a vibratory roller, should be completed before the surface temperature of the mix falls below 240º F. The breakdown roller should be operated at the highest possible frequency level available for the particular make and model of roller and at an amplitude setting that is dependent on the thickness of the asphalt concrete mat being placed.

Intermediate rolling is usually done with a vibratory roller, as well, and must be accomplished immediately after the initial rolling is completed.

Oscillating Rollers:

Oscillation is a technology developed to help increase compactive effort even further. With these vibe systems, the drum stays in constant contact with the material, allowing the roller to deliver dynamic compaction energy to the asphalt layer as an alternative to traditional vibration. Instead of vibrating the pavement up and down,

Consider the material being compacted when choosing a roller, whether asphalt, sand or gravel.

oscillating rollers stay in contact with the surface, and there are no repeated impacts to the surface for compaction.

This provides more compaction force than static rolling, but less force than traditional vibration. Tandem rollers with one oscillation drum and one vibrating drum achieve at least the same degree of compaction as double vibrating drum rollers, but with fewer passes.

These types of rollers are suited for compacting thin lifts, tender mixes, joints, bridge decks or when working near structures. Oscillation is also useful for joint compaction, as most asphalt contractors have to deal with hot and cold lanes when they pave.

Pneumatic Rollers:

Pneumatic rollers use smooth pneumatic-tired wheels that overlap, instead of steel drums for compaction. Pneumatic rollers use static pressure in both vertical and horizontal directions to reduce air voids in material which creates compaction. This is often referred to as kneading or manipulations and helps bring compaction to materials differently than traditional static rollers or vibratory rollers.

These compactors are mainly used as one of the last steps for compacting both soil for road work and asphalt for sealing purposes.

When a pneumatic tire roller is used as an intermediate roller, it is necessary to keep the tires at the same temperature as the mat being compacted — otherwise the rubber tires will pick up some of the mix from the mat. So when using a pneumatic roller, don’t allow the roller to sit and wait for long periods of time, as the tires will cool.

Compaction for All Sizes

Road rollers aren’t the only construction tools used for compaction work. Other types of compactor equipment include the rammer and the vibratory plate.

Rammers are handheld and are best used for small jobs in tight areas. Due to their comparatively lightweight, they can be hand or machine operated, which allows deep vibratory compaction.

Vibratory plate compactors are used to increase the density of a variety of soils and fill any voids. Because they are walk-behind compactors and are smaller in size, these compactors are best used for tight spaces where large equipment can’t reach.

Trench rollers, also called multipurpose compactors, perform well in cohesive soil types that can be very difficult to compact (such as clay).

Trench rollers can compact high moisture content in clays by utilizing powerful compaction energy and the kneading effect from their padfoot drums.

Trench rollers get their name because they are often used to

compact the soil in trenches. Trench rollers are popular because they are maneuvered by using a remote control — the operator does not stand or sit on the machine while it moves.

Compaction is an important part of any project. Understanding the benefits of each roller can make choosing

the right one for your project more efficient. Be sure to always properly train your operators, to ensure they are making the most of their work and compacting each surface efficiently to ensure density. Under-compaction can cause decreased strength, reduced fatigue life, accelerated aging/

decreased durability, rutting, raveling and moisture damage, while over-compaction can affect the integrity of the material and damage the roller.

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Caterpillar Tiltrotators (TRS)

The TRS10, TRS14, TRS18 and TRS23 models for tracked excavators seamlessly integrate to the machine, contribute up to 13% more productivity and offer easy operation.

• Available for machines from 11 to 30 metric tons (24,250 to 66,140 lbs.)

• 360° bidirectional rotation and 40° left and right tilt allow work from many different angles with less machine repositioning

• Machine controls allow for simultaneous tilt, rotation and machine movement

• Pin-on or S-type coupler top interfaces or S-type coupler bottom interfaces

• Optional grapple module allows operator to move materials out of the way, such as large rocks, without switching attachments

Steer Quick Attach Frame

The Mini Skid-Steer Quick Attach Frame for Mini Track Loaders by Artillian Tractors includes a common industry interface loader quick attach, enabling use with a variety of manufacturers' mini loaders. Highlights include:

• Designed for a maximum load of 3,000 lbs. at an 18-in. load center, depending on fork tine capacity

• Frames can be used with the company's pallet forks, grapples, stump buckets, hydraulic plow and more

• Built using high-strength steel with MIGwelded construction

• Baked-on powder coat augmented by a proprietary graphite coating on the fork rails for easier sliding of forks

• Includes a built-in 2-in. receiver

Steelwrist SQ90 Fully Automatic Quick Couplers

The SQ90 fully automatic coupler system is targeted toward excavators up to 70 tons in the demolition industry.

• Provides increased safety and the ability to change hydraulic powered work tools in seconds without leaving the cab

• Compliant with the Open-S standard

• Upgraded Front Pin Lock safety solution offers mechanical lock of the front shaft to limit the risk of an unintended drop of heavy demolition tools

• Hydraulic couplings with Qplus technology enable higher hydraulic flows with less pressure drops

Werk-Brau Hydra-clamp Bucket

The Hydra-clamp bucket features a builtin rotary actuated thumb that maintains consistent clamping force on the load through the entire rotation for improved flexibility and precision.

• Helical actuator provides up to 54,000 ft.-lbs of torque at 3,000 psi

• Provides consistent clamping force throughout the 120° range of motion

• Serrated side plates help secure debris while moving and are available in various sizes to match machines capacities

• Tapered side plates reduce wear on bucket sides and allow easier dumping

• Various tooth options or bolt-on cutting edge available

Kubota Productivity Package

The compact productivity package includes a Heavy-Duty Excavator Bucket, a Main Pin Hydraulic Thumb and D-Lock Coupler, providing added versatility and production for excavators from 5,000 to 25,000 lbs.

• Combination allows users to dig into virgin soil, move rocks, logs, debris and other materials, demolish structures, and more

• Standard buckets range from 10 to 42 in. and feature T-1 steel in all critical or high wear components, heavy-duty horizontal wear straps and tapered side plates and a dual taper radius

• Thumb comes in two-, three- and four-tine versions, offers roughly 120° of thumb rotation and can be left on the machine during normal excavation

• D-Lock Coupler includes an automatic front lock, multi-pin centers and multi-pin diameters and only two hydraulic lines required for installation

DEMOLITION

Komatsu V-Series Hydraulic Breakers

Completely enclosed sound-dampening housings

The 100% hydraulic-fired V-series breakers modulate their impact force and frequency with up to 16 working positions to match to most applications. Compatible with the PC210 up to the PC490 excavators. Energy-saving recovery valve recuperates energy to drive efficiency. Automatically select best piston stroke length and speed based on material hardness. Shock-dampening upper and lower suspensions help reduce risk of cracking booms and breaker housings.

Brokk Drum Cutters

These drum cutter attachments are suited for detailed excavation applications such as contouring and trenching.

• BDC 40 and RT 15-40 offer 15.2- and 4.7-in. cutting widths and are suited for the Brokk 70 demolition machine

• BDC 50 pairs with the Brokk 110, 120DII and 170 to provide a cutting depth of up to 1.2 in. at a width of 18.9 in.

• BDC 100 for the company's larger demolition machines (200, 300, 500, 520D and 900R) is 24 in. wide with a cutting depth of up to 2.6 in.

• BDC 250 pairs with the Brokk 500, 520D and 900, is 26.8 in. wide and offers up to a 3.1-in. cutting depth

DEMOLITION

Takeuchi Hydraulic Hammers

Takeuchi has added seven sound-suppressed hydraulic hammer models to the Takeuchi Attachment Program, helping compact track loader and compact excavator owners accomplish their goals on construction sites. Takeuchi’s new hydraulic hammer line includes seven models with reliable power-to-weight ratios for a variety of applications. Providing noise and vibration insulation, the sound-suppressed design of every Takeuchi hammer also protects it from dust and debris. Constant blow energy, or “CBE” allows for a wide range of oil flow settings and protects the hammer against high back pressure. An integrated, membrane-type hydraulic accumulator eliminates nitrogen leakage and the need to recharge for lower operating costs and consistent impact energy.

Caterpillar H190 S and H215S Performance Series Hammers

The H190 S and H215S fit in the 13,000and 18,000-ft.-lb. impact energy class and deliver 370 to 530 and 300 to 520 bpm, respectively.

• Switchable power mode from high frequency/low power to low frequency/ high power to fine tune power to the material being broken

• Buffering material dampens vibration feedback to the carrier

• H190 S sized for use on 349 through 374 excavators and the larger H215 S is designed for the 374 and 395

• Auto Stop instantly terminates hammering when tool breaks through material, preventing damage

Alpine G40 High Performance Geared RockWheel

The G40 is suited for excavators from 20 to 50 tons and generates a maximum cutting force of 30,300 lbs.

• Cutting drum speed of 45 to 75 rpm

• Max cutting head torque of 34,100 ft.lbs.

• Cutting width of 33 in. with demo drums

• 190-hp input power (continuous) with a max operating pressure of 5,800 psi

• Required flow rate of 50 to 110 gpm

Mazio XL Hydraulic Breakers

Mazio XL breakers are designed for carriers from 1 ton to 140 tons of operating weight — including mini excavators, skid steer loaders, backhoe loaders and excavators. Mazio hammers feature a closed case built from 100% Hardox steel to protect the body from wear and impact. The breakers feature anti-blank fire technology, which minimizes wear, an energy recovery system that reduces the required oil flow and a double-damping system for reduced vibration. Variable impact speed and power can be manually tuned using an Allen tool. A lower breaker speed provides greater power, while higher speed reduces the power, depending on the application's needs.

Tool choices for Mazio XL hydraulic breakers include:

• Cone-shaped tool for universal use in concrete and rock

• Chisel tool for rock breaking, concrete demolition and asphalt breaking

• Cylinder tool for drilling and concrete demolition

• Moil point for universal use in concrete and asphalt

• Blunt tool for demolition

Werk-Brau Pavement Removal Buckets

Pavement Removal Buckets are designed to easily wedge under pavement, increasing the force of the excavator to quickly and easily remove pavement slabs.

• C-type profile and inclined sides aid the prying action and expedite removal of broken concrete and pavement slabs

• Standard sizes from 18 to 54 in. to fit all classes and sizes of backhoes and excavators

• Special designs and capacities available upon request

• T-1 steel used in all critical or highwear components, bottom wear straps provide extra protection and ribbing on inside bottom prevents denting and reduces wear

Toro Adds New Vacuum Excavation Attachment to Dingo Line

Toro's vacuum excavation attachment is available for use with the robust Toro Dingo compact utility loader product line. The Vacuworx PS 1 portable vacuum lifting system is ideal for concrete removal projects and is designed for both interior and exterior applications. The PS 1 delivers productivity for concrete removal jobs sacrificing runtime. The unit is powered by a 12-volt rechargeable battery and depending on the application at hand, operators can expect a run time up to eight hours between charges. The vacuum lifting system is engineered to lift a variety of hard-to-transport materials including concrete, marble, granite, thick plastic materials and most types of metal. The PS 1 vacuum lifting attachment is compact and simple to operate. With dimensions of 14.25 in. high, 6.5 in. tall and 11.5 in. wide, maneuverability is simple, regardless of the restrictions of the jobsite. The unit weighs only 25 lbs. and includes an 8-ft. standard vacuum hose and a standard pad. Available size options for the pad are: 8 in. x 12 in., 12 in. x 16 in. and 16 in. x 16 in.

MB Crusher MB-HDS523 Shafts Screener Bucket

The MB-HDS523 is compatible with excavators ranging from 30- to 45-ton operating weights and features five shafts positioned to ensure a greater production rate and processing speed.

• “V Shaft System" design creates a simultaneous dual screening effect

• Concealed comb allows material to enter and flow through rotors without jamming

• Powered by two motors for consistent and quick performance

• Shafts can be easily switched out and replaced on site in minutes

• Rotors can be easily extracted and repositioned

Epiroc V Cutter

EARTHMOVING

Danuser Stump Auger

Danuser’s EP Auger System for backhoes, mini skid steers and excavators is compatible with Danuser’s Stump Auger, a standard 2-in. hex auger attachment that planes away stumps without requiring large, specialized equipment. A threaded, hardened steel pilot digs into the stump and large cutting blades then shave the stump away. The large cutting blades are reversible for more cutting life.

The stump auger is available in 10-in. and 16-in. diameters. The 10-in. model can run on auger units with 1,700 ft.-lbs. or more of torque and the 16-in. model can run on auger units with 3,000 ft.-lbs. or more of torque. Complete stump removal is achieved by overlapping planning locations.

Werk-Brau 6-yard Bucket

Antraquip Rockwheel Attachments

Carbide and diamond saw rockwheel attachments are available for excavators of all sizes and various applications.

• Carbide rockwheels offer a cutting solution for soft to medium hard rock and concrete cutting applications with a minimum width of roughly 2 in.

• Diamond saw rock wheels (AQD Series) cut the hardest rock including granite, basalt, etc., as well as reinforced concrete

These new buckets feature T1 and AR400 steel in critical wear areas for strength and durability, with weight saving features and is designed for use with John Deere 470P, PC490LC-11, Cat 349 and other 50-metric ton excavators. With 20% more capacity than a standard 5-yard bucket, the new heavy-duty highcapacity bucket can load a 30-yard haul truck in five passes. An effective dig angle allows the bucket to tear through virgin ground and materials. In addition, tapered side plates are engineered to reduce wear and allow for smoother dumping. The bucket can be equipped with a wide selection of industry standard ground engaging tools for durability.

With its V-shaped design, the latest drum cutter from Epiroc sets a new standard in trenching and quarrying. A seemingly simple solution with an extraordinary effectiveness, enabling energy savings of up to 40%. Thanks to the V-shaped design, that enables a cut with a flat base, no material is left untouched between the drums. Where a regular drum cutter must move side to side to create an even trench, an approach that causes extra wear on the carrier arm, the VC 2000 can reach the same result by just going straight. The distinguishing features of the classic Epiroc drum cutters, like the spur gears, adoptable high torque gear motor and the QuickSnap retaining system for fast and easy pick changing, are all to be found in the new VC 2000.

ASV Turf Tracks

ASV offers smooth turf tracks for minimized damage to soft, delicate surfaces. With a combination of more ground surface area and the performance of ASV’s Posi-Track undercarriage, the turf tracks can achieve equal or better traction than treaded tracks on dry surfaces. This product minimizes damage to topsoil and root systems, allowing for faster job completion in landscape, hardscape and golf course applications. ASV’s green turf tracks have a smooth design and are manufactured from a specialized blend that resists cracking, provides traction and maximizes overall life. The rubber tracks eliminate rusting and corrosion because they contain no steel cords.

Werk-Brau NOX Tiltrotators

Werk-Brau's Nox tiltrotators for excavators. The attachment provides 360° of endless rotation with a tilt angle of 2 x 50°, allowing versatility with a wide range of attachments. These tools transform excavators into multi-functional carriers that work in deep trenches, under or between existing pipes and tubes and in other confined space applications. Designed for use with fork tines, grabs, grippers, buckets and more, this technology allows operators to complete projects without repositioning the carrier. A range of Werk-Brau NOX tiltrotators are available for excavators in various classes and categories, from 3-25 tons. With integrated hydraulics and no components protruding from the compact design, the risk of damaging hydraulic cylinders, hoses or other components is reduced on the jobsite. The product has minimal wear parts and only two fittings that require grease.

Road Widener's FH-R material placement attachment has a remote-controlled design that allows the operator of the host machine to control the attachment via remote control, improving safety by eliminating the danger of additional workers standing along the jobsite. The FH-R is for material placement, dispensing topsoil, gravel, asphalt, limestone and more, with an attachment compatible with common machines that contractors already own. The remotecontrolled attachment easily connects to most skid steers, compact track loaders, road graders and wheel loaders, operating off the host machine’s engine and hydraulics.

Road Widener’s FH-R Material Placement Attachment

MATERIAL HANDLING

Bobcat Redesigned Snowblower Attachment

This snowblower attachment features an increased intake height and bigger auger to draw more snow into the blower to clear more snow in less time.

• Available with nine different width options and numerous motor packages to ensure an optimal match for loader models and the application

• Ultra-durable direct-drive, sprocketstyle chute delivers 270° of rotation for a wide range of accurate snow placement possibility

• Rounded intake provides a smoother surface to roll snow into the feed impeller, minimizing clogging

• Easily adjustable skid shoes

ASV Attachment Line

This line of branded attachments includes

buckets, pallet forks, grapples and brush mowers, as well as receiver hitch plates, with each attachment type available for every machine in the company's lineup.

• Tested for use with ASV machines to allow plug-and-play application

• Include standard buckets with bolton cutting edges, tooth buckets, tooth bars, light material buckets and 4-in-1 multipurpose buckets

• Pallet forks available in up to a 6,200-lb. capacity

• Grapple rakes and grapple buckets available

Yanmar Stowable Utility Hook

The Stowable Utility Hook option provides a dedicated, engineered lifting point built into the machine linkage, providing a stronger position from which to lift heavy objects.

• Multi-directional design allows it to swing in each direction, as well as 360° swivel movement for optimal positioning of lift and load

• Stows out of the way with an easy-tooperate lock pin when not in use

Single recessed zerk fitting for ease of maintenance

• Can be retrofitted onto Yanmar compact excavator models from the ViO25 up to the SV100 in as little as 20 minutes

Braden Synthetic Rope Anchor

The Synthetic Rope Anchor (PN 113316) works with ½” (12 mm) and 5/8” (16 mm) synthetic rope to provide maximum pulling power with up to 40% less weight compared to steel cable. The Synthetic Rope Anchor is designed and tested for all TR20 planetary winches (20,000 lbs. rated line pull) with a wedge pocket (-02 and -03 drums), including models designed for the UBX20 Utility Bumper. TR20 winches feature a compact, low profile design that can be high or low mounted for a variety of recovery applications. To use the anchor, an eye must be spliced into the rope and inserted through the smaller opening of the wedge pocket on the drum. Install the anchor in the eye, then pull the rope until the anchor is fully seated in the pocket. The anchor will secure the rope in the drum.

MB Crusher MB-HDS207 and MB-HDS212 Shaft Screeners

The MB-HDS207 and MB-HDS212 feature a new design shaped to resemble a digging bucket, which maximizes productivity even on smaller, complex jobsites. The 216-lb. MB-HDS207 is compatible with mini-excavators from 2,866 to 6,173 lbs. For jobs requiring added volume, it is available with a load capacity increase kit that boosts capacity from 1.7 to 2 cu. ft. The 1,058-lb. MB-HDS212 can be used on midiexcavators and backhoe-loaders from 11,023 to 22,046 lbs. and on skid-steer and other loaders from 8,818 to 11,023 lbs. Both units include field-replaceable shafts, a shorter coupler connection for enhanced control and maneuverability and a choice of shaft kits to match material types, size and application.

Grove GHC85 Crawler Crane

Featuring a capacity of 85 USt and the longest boom of its class, the Grove GHC85 is positioned in the middle of Grove's range of telecrawlers. The crane is designed for utility applications, general construction work, bridge work, pile driving and as an assist crane for assembling other cranes. Frame-mounted jacks and counterweight lifting cylinders enable the crane to self-assemble, which can be controlled via a wireless remote. It can be transported to the jobsite in just three loads, or four loads when its crawlers are carried separately. Without the need for outriggers, the GHC85 can move from one static pick to the next. Its ability to maintain 100% pick-and-carry capabilities on inclines up to 4° makes it applicable for repetitive utility work, such as setting poles, moving solar panels or setting up larger cranes. The 36-inch triple-bar grouser shoes on the tracks offer stability, in addition to reducing soil compaction, by producing ground bearing pressures as low as 13.2 psi without load, and as high as 24.9 psi with load. The crane’s several track span settings (covering both symmetrical and asymmetrical configurations) are made possible by the hydraulically extendable and retractable cross members that enhance stability even further. A Cummins B6.7L Tier 3 (218 hp/164 kW) or Tier 4F (249 hp/186 kW) engine powers the two-speed hydrostatic drive, giving the GHC85 a maximum speed of 1.43 mph in high range, while creep speeds top out at 0.55 mph in low range.

LGMG Launches Electric Telescopic Booms

The T65JE, T72JE, T85JE and T92JE electric telescopic boom lifts are powered by lithium-ion batteries with high capacity, low noise, and zero emissions to meet environmental requirements. The lifts have working heights from 71.5 ft. to 97.8 ft. with a working outreach of 54.5 ft., 55.8 ft., 73.2 ft. and 73.8 ft. respectively. The large battery capacity can meet the needs of two to three days of work. The lifts are high-capacity models with a 661 lbs./992 lbs. (unrestricted/restricted) dual capacity design. All are equipped with an 8 ft. basket with triple-entry and can accommodate up to three operators (restricted) with materials. The lifts are four-wheel drive and have four-wheel steering. Three steering modes are available: four-wheel steering, front-wheel steering and crab steering. The chassis has a max 5° degree tilt angle and 45% gradeability.

Fascan Almac AlmaCrawlers

Fascan International has launched the full line of Almac AlmaCrawlers to the United States market under an exclusive agreement with Almac. The company will begin delivery of AlmaCrawler tracked carriers immediately through its new company, Multiloader USA.

Multiloaders are radio-remote controlled, tracked carriers, able to transport heavy loads and keep them secure and level on uneven or sloped surfaces. Almac carriers employ a patented bi-leveling technology to transport and keep a load safely horizontal even when moving on terrain at an incline of up to 20°. These new machines are designed for a wide range of industries including glass handling, and industrial door and window installation, among others.

MultiloaderUSA will distribute the ML line of AlmaCrawlers: the ML 2.5, ML 3.0, and ML 6.0. This series can handle maximum loads of 5,500-lbs., 6,610-lbs. and 13,000-lbs., respectively.

A Heavy-Duty Jib Extension For The Grove GRT9165 Rough-Terrain Crane For Precast Work

Grove is offering a new heavy-duty jib extension for the Grove GRT9165 rough-terrain crane that increases the 165 USt (150 t) crane’s utilization abilities. It provides a competitive edge for setting precast concrete panels, as it’s easier to transport and faster to set up than competitive cranes for tilt-up work.

Specs of the jib:

• 12.5 ft (3.8 m) long

• Designed with two sheaves, for up to four parts of line

• Hydraulically offsettable from 0-50 degrees

• Max lifting capacity of 68,600 lbs

• The two-hook design gives operators tight precision when positioning panels

• In-cab switch for faster operation and convenience

Fisher XRS Skid-steer Plow

The XRS skid-steer plow leverages the onboard hydraulic system of the skid steer to lift and lower the blade for improved operator performance.

• Standard oscillating mount provides 6° of side-to-side oscillation

• Oscillation improves scraping and cutting edge wear while reducing damage to the terrain

Aquajet Aqua Cutter 750V Hydrodemolition Robot

The Aqua Cutter 750V cleans and descales rebar without causing microfracturing. It features Infinity oscillation that moves the water jet in a figure eight pattern, removing more concrete in a single pass while reducing shadowing, eliminating the risk of pipe holes and providing an efficient bonding surface.

Mueller HYMAX Pro Dedicated Size Coupling

The HYMAX Pro dedicated size coupling is the newest addition to the HYMAX repair and installation portfolio for the North American market. This line of dedicated couplings, also known as flexible couplings, is engineered for new construction projects to provide a safe method for joining same-size plain-end pipes without the need for welding or special pipe fittings. Applicable to water and wastewater, irrigation and industrial markets, the HYMAX Pro dedicated size couplings are available from sizes 4 in. to 24 in. The 4 in. to 10 in. sizes feature two-bolt, stab-fit construction. All couplings from this HYMAX Pro line conform to AWWA C219, NSF 61 and NSF 372 standards for drinking water system components. The 304SS stainless-steel fusion-bonded epoxy coated hardware and EPDM gasket are built into the standard product specifications of this line without additional cost. This provides corrosion resistance and affordability for all water utilities.

Sensata Develops Bluetooth Lowenergy Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems

Sensata's new BLE TPMS leverages its tire pressure monitoring sensors by replacing the ultra-high frequency (UHF) radio with BLE radio to enable two-way communication. These new BLE TPMS solutions are available in both clamp-in and snap-in configurations, are optimized for battery life and deliver the same pressure, temperature and auto-location capabilities as Sensata’s existing UHF TPMS solutions. BLE TPMS technology supports vehicle safety, performance and the driving experience. The technology is designed for advanced driver assist systems (ADAS) and augment remote diagnostics support. With Over-the-Air updates, drivers can download new tire-related features and software updates, supporting their driving experience and avoiding a trip to the shop for service.

Astec PTSC2818VM Portable High Frequency Screen Plant

Astec’s PTSC plant is equipped with an 8-ft. x 18-ft. top deck and an 8-ft. x 12-ft. bottom deck.

• Patent-pending screen design features externally-mounted vibrators at the ends of the tappets for a more aggressive screening action which creates a higher G-force and reduces heat load from material to motors as compared to single, center-mounted vibrators

• Screen also allows for easier maintenance and adjustments and is equipped with hydraulic operating angle adjustment, a fines collection hopper, top- and bottom-deck discharge chutes and an aggregate spreader

• Similar to other PTSC plants, the 2818VM features a nominal 54-in. x 38-ft. delivery conveyor with hydraulic drive and full-length skirtboards

• Chassis is fitted with manually-operating support legs, outriggers for additional support

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Hilltip SweepAway Push Broom Attachments

The new SweepAway push broom attachments from Hilltip are versatile clean-up solutions for use on forklifts, tractors, loaders, excavators and other vehicles. These tools provide reliable results when sweeping a variety of materials, such as leaves, sand, rocks, debris, snow and slush. Offered in multiple sizes from 59-in. to 118-in. wide, the SweepAway push brooms are available in a light series with eight brush rows or a medium series with 12 brush rows. Featuring polypropylene bristles, the replaceable brush rows can be changed and cleaned as needed. Additionally, the brooms contain no moving parts, resulting in practically no maintenance requirements. Optional accessories for the SweepAway push brooms include side brushes (leaf-stopper brushes), fastening straps, edge markers. Replacement brush rows available.

The Rhino Guardrail Pro Omni Adjustable Pile Driver

The Rhino Guardrail Pro, Omni Adjustable Pile Driver is designed to expedite the installation of steel or wood posts and guardrails ranging from 2-in. round and up to 7 x 8 in. in size. Powerful hydraulics lift the hammer vertically to accommodate posts up to 8.5 ft. (2.6 meters) tall and align the hammer up to 10 degrees along the x and y axis to plumb posts accurately, regardless of jobsite topography. To maintain driving accuracy and efficiency, the Guardrail Pro Mast is fitted with two leveling indicators and offset controls allow the operator to maintain the sight line. The Guardrail Pro’s Adapter Plate and bottommounted guide keep the post secure and plumb while installing. A state-of-the-art hydraulic hammer, operating up to 1,000 bpm, delivers 800 ft.-lbs. (1,085 joule) of force to quickly install piles in all types of soils. The hammer’s mono-block design also reduces maintenance and extends the unit's life.

Werk-Brau Skid Steer Angle Brooms

The angle broom swings 30° left or right of center when cleaning and clearing snow, dirt, debris grass and more. Polypropylene brush with wire filaments support service life even in adverse conditions. Hydraulically driven brooms of 6-ft. or 7-ft. widths are powered by a single hydraulic motor capable of 10-22 gpm flow (standard), with dual hydraulic motors (20-44 gpm) or a low flow (8-16 gpm) motor available as options. A standard skid steer quick coupler and storage stand are provided for simple mounting, dismounting and storage. Broom speeds of up to 200 RPM are attainable, depending on the prime mover, making this angle broom applicable for skid steer loaders of various makes, models and sizes. The wafer style brush has 32-in. outside diameter (OD) x 10-in. inside diameter (ID). The brush core can be installed with either end to the left or right with no effect on sweeping performance, to simplify installation. Brush and core assembly can be removed from the frame without disconnecting drive motor hoses.

RoadHog MX Series Mini Excavator Planer

The MX series mini excavator planer features a direct drive Geroler motor.

These units have a 0- 5-in. cutting depth and are available in 12-in. or 16-in. cutting widths. The planer attaches to the excavator via a pin on or quick attach mounting system. This attachment is well suited for municipalities for pothole repair and utility contractors for opening pits for pipe repairs.

• Optional drums are available for specific job width needs

• Uses industry standard 20mm cutting teeth

• Two-hose hookup, no motor drain required

• Machine can provide milled edges, which serve as an excellent bonding surface

• Cut material done by the planer suitable for reuse as backfill

Road Widener Spray Bar System

The Road Widner spray bar system that increases the versatility of their patented Offset Vibratory Roller attachment. This accessory fits on all Offset Vibratory Roller attachments and aids in suppressing dust particles, compacting aggregates and preventing clumping when rolling hot mix asphalt.

• Easily attaches to the Offset Vibratory Roller, a compaction attachment that allows the host machine to drive safely on flat ground while compacting shoulders, ditches, trenches and other hard-to-reach areas alongside the road

• The spray bar system will allow contractors to increase efficiency and versatility when compacting a variety of materials including asphalt, stone, gravel and topsoil

Worksaver SSGB-8B

Skid Steer Grader Blade

The SSGB-8B Skid Steer Grader Blade is equipped with an 8-ft. six-way hydraulically controlled moldboard with 25˚ rotation/ tilt controlled with an in-cab remote.

• Moldboard shear pinprotected to help prevent damage

• Proportional hydraulic valve provides precise control for maintaining grade

• Laser control system compatible for precision grading

• Features a reversible beveled cutting edge and 1/2-in.connect under pressure flatfaced hydraulic couplers

Road Widener Offset Vibratory Roller Attachment

This attachment's offset design allows the host machine to drive safely on flat ground while compacting sloping shoulders, ditches, trenches and other hard-to-reach areas alongside roads.

• Attaches to most loaders, graders, compact track loaders and skid steers and operates off the carrier’s engine and hydraulics

• Drums come in 2-, 3- or 4-ft.

interchangeable sizes, pivot up to 30° and reach up to 30 in. below the mounting point

• Attachment operation controlled via the remote control

• Vibratory feature operates between 2,500 to 3,500 vpm for optimal compaction of stone, asphalt, gravel, topsoil and other materials

• Compatible with standard- and high- flow hydraulics

Fecon RK6015 Standard-flow Mulcher Head

The RK6015 wider, standard flow mulcher head is suited for use with most skid-steer loaders and other carriers up to 75 hp that are able to provide 17 to 27 gpm of hydraulic flow.

• Bite-limiting split ring rotor holds 26 knife or carbide-type cutting tools and has a 60-in. working width

• Operates at 2,400 rpm and can easily shred brush and small trees up to 5 in. in diameter

• Variable-displacement, 45cc hydraulic motor standard

• Includes an adjustable bolt-on push bar with serrated ears for directing material

• Weighs 1,490 lbs. with mounting plate and push bar

Wishek Y2000 Offset Disk

The Y2000 offset disk has a large tubular frame (6 in. x 12 in. x 3/8 in.), strong 36-in. blades and a low bearing-to-blade ratio to ensure durability when performing site prep, land clearing, soil drying and other construction applications. The unit is available with a 10-ft. working width and 18-in. blade spacing. It exerts 1,273 lbs. per foot to help the notched blades cut through the most difficult ground and asphalt. A manual leveling system offers easy depth and pitch adjustment. The gang angle can also be adjusted. Other features include heavy-duty 385/65R 22.5 truck tires on 10-bolt hubs, a hitch jack, bearing guards and washers, a gang bolt wrench, solid mount double scrapers and transport warning light package.

Caterpillar HM3013 and HM5515 Mulchers

The HM3013 and HM5515 mulchers can be used on frontreach machines from 11 to 36 tons and long-reach front machines from 40 to 52 tons.

• HM3013 offers a dedicated bite limiter drum and the HM5515 has a standard drum

• Variable torque hydraulic piston motor shifts between high speed, low torque and low speed, high torque to deliver speed and power when it’s needed

• Hardened counter blades mounted inside housing help break down finished material

• Ability to adjust hydraulic mulching door allows operator to control material throw for increased operating safety

• Bolt-on replaceable skids

Werk-Brau Skeleton Rock Bucket

Werk-Brau Skeleton Buckets are specifically designed to separate large rock and other debris from smaller loose materials. All Werk-Brau buckets are made in the U.S. and are available through equipment dealers and distributors worldwide.

• Available in various widths and sizes for either loaders or excavators.

• Manufactured with high-strength T-1 steel in all critical wear points

• Abrasion-resistant wear straps to reinforce the bucket bottom

• Tapered side plates reduce wear on the bucket and allow for easier dumping

Loftness H Series Battle Ax Mulching Attachment

The H Series Battle Ax mulching attachment is designed for high-flow skid steers and compact track loaders with 33 to 62.9 gpm and 50 to 150 hydraulic hp.

• V-Drive variable-displacement piston motor automatically shifts rotor rpm from highest speed to a lower range for increased torque

• Unique rotor with built-in depth gauges that function similar to raker teeth on chain saws to prevent attachment from engaging too much material at one time

• Two-stage cutting chamber design

• Can be used with reversible planer knives, hardsurfaced planer knives or double carbide teeth

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Fecon FDX36 Disc Mulcher

The 2,965-lb. FDX36 Disc Mulcher pairs with 15-ton excavators and features a 36-in. cutting width.

• Designed to enable top-down or bottom-up feeding into the disc

• Hinged right-side door allows operators to snip treetops with either left- or rightside sweeping motions

• Closing cutting chamber by hinging right-side door closed creates a smaller product size and limits debris dispersion

• Integrated pusher pad with rake-style teeth allows moving of felled materials or brush piles for maximum productivity

Loftness Battle Ax Extreme Mulching Attachment

The Battle Ax Extreme horizontal drum mulcher is designed for prime movers up to 375 hp.

• Rotor features built-in depth gauges to prevent the attachment from engaging too much material at one time

• Two-stage cutting chamber processes material more thoroughly by cutting material twice

• Equipped with twin hydraulic motors

• Uses triple carbide teeth for reliable performance in even the toughest operating conditions

Forestry Mulcher

The BK6218 includes the features of the BLACKHAWK mulcher frame but in a narrower frame that facilitates precision mulching.

• Features 24 knife tools and has a 62-in. cutting width

• Cutting chamber designed to process material going forward or back dragging without leaving unprocessed material

• 18-in.-diameter rotor spools up quickly and minimizes wait times

• Rugged construction with 5/16-in.-thick HS steel cutting chamber with AR steel replaceable wear parts

• Suited for skid steer and compact track loaders with hydraulic flows of 30 to 45 gpm

John Deere Mulcher and Brush Cutter Excavator Attachments

The ME36 and ME50 Mulchers and the RE40 and RE50 Rotary Brush Cutters are equipped with knife-style cutting teeth on a split ring rotor. The spiral, double helix tool pattern and tool shape allow for efficient cutting for mulch up to 5-inch material. A controlled and metered cutting depth allows the operator to maintain high rotor revolutions per minute (rpm) and a productive mulching rate. The teeth may be sharpened and flipped for a fresh cutting edge, extending the tool's life. The mulcher attachments are designed for right-of-way maintenance and fire/fuel reduction, clearing standing or felled trees and brush along fencerows, roadsides, waterways and other hard-toreach places. The RE40 and RE50 brush cutters are designed for embankment and ditch management, over-fence brush management, rail right-of-way maintenance, and otherwise difficult to reach areas. Three swinging blades mounted to a blade carrier can fell and cut material up to 6 inches in diameter. A heavy-duty hinged debris shield retracts when the head is engaged with trees and brush, exposing the blades, and allowing for aggressive cuts.

Jess Tools Bell Auger

The Jess Tools Bell Auger is a skid steer attachment for belling pier holes. The belling auger reshapes a straight augured hole into a bell shape and cleans out the dirt, leaving the surrounding soil undisturbed, all in one process. It will save you money in labor, and increase the quality of your concrete piers. The Bell Auger is designed to survive the harshest conditions. It includes 1-in. solid steel control arms, a robust central shaft, hardened bushings and bolts and a width gauge that indicates how wide your bell is, so users can cut to the size they need. The attachments is available in four sizes:

• 9-in. hole, 18-in. bell

• 12-in. hole, 24-in. bell

• 18-in. hole, 36-in. bell

• 24-in. hole, 48-in. bell

Fecon BLACKHAWK BK6218

The Grubber slices roots and extracts brush in one easy motion and is available in models to fit most excavator sizes and classes including minis.

• Constructed with a heavy-duty upper channel, AR400 steel cutting edges and triple pass welds on the high-stress areas

• Available with a replaceable bolt-on edge V-edge or straight edge

• Suited for select extraction of brush and nuisance vegetation

• Minimize ground disturbance, reduce erosion and promote grass growth

MB Crusher MB-HDS220

The attachment features 1-ton weight and load capacity of .6 m-cubed. This padding bucket can be used on loaders and skid steers from 4.5 to 11 tons. The size of the inlet mouth opening is 2.20 m, which facilitates loading by keeping the tracks or wheels of the carrier machine clean. The inlet is designed to convey material to the rotors. Greasing is centralized and done onsite. The coupling system promotes freedom of movement of the operating machine. Operators can view the materials during use, as well. The MB-HDS-220 allows the rotors to be changed directly onsite by the operator. The bucket facilitates work on construction sites where there is a need to aerate packed topsoil. This includes when a green area, a garden or a flowerbed needs to be landscaped; or when there is a need to reclaim and clean soil from various demolition debris, stones or roots. The padding bucket can also be used to select material for covering pipes or trenches and making the bedding.

Diamond Mowers Excavator Drum Mulcher DC Pro X and Boom Drum Mulcher

Made for heavy-duty mulching applications, Diamond Mowers’ SK Drum Mulcher OD Pro X is a hybrid design that combines the versatility of an open drum with depth control precision. Ideal for users requiring both power and flexibility, this easy-to-operate attachment efficiently processes material up to 9 inches in diameter and is strategically engineered to allow heavy ground engagement for maximum productivity. Differentiated in the marketplace by its optimized infeed system, shredding performed in the drum chamber reduces the need for back-dragging and produces a uniform mulch with a smaller particle size than conventional open drum models.

Terex Compact Equipment

Drilling and Auger Tools

This line of hydraulic auger drives, augers and accessories is suited for use with skid steers and other compact construction equipment.

• Includes dirt or rock augers with 4 1/2up to 36-in. diameters

• Come standard with replaceable teeth and a 2-in. hex coupling

• Optional round coupling in 2 or 2.5 in.

• Suited for equipment operating at a 3,500- to 5,500-ft.-lb. torque range and stem length of 48 in. or less

John Deere ME36 and ME50

Mulchers

The ME36 and ME50 are suited for right-of-way maintenance and fire/ fuel reduction as well as clearing standing or felled trees and brush along fence rows, roadsides, waterways and other hard to reach places.

• Knife-style cutting teeth on a split ring rotor

• Spiral double helix tool pattern and tool shape allow for efficient cutting of up to 5-in. material

• Controlled and metered cutting depth allows the operator to maintain high rpms and a productive mulching rate

• Teeth may be sharpened and flipped

• Tested and optimized to work with the company's excavators and compatible with many competitive 5- to 10-ton models

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Felling Trailers Pan Tilt Trailer

Felling Trailers has unveiled an upgraded version of the drop-deck Pan Tilt model to increase operator ease of use and safety. The Pan Tilt is a gravity tilt trailer, using gravity and a center pivot point for tilting the trailer bed. Modifications have been made to the Pan Tilt's locking mechanism, lighting, license plate mount position and location. The tilt locking mechanism is a modification designed to support the production process, flexibility to function with optional features and operator ease of use. The previous locking mechanism was a purchased part that required modification and multiple latches dependent upon a trailer build's selected features, power up and down or a toolbox, as it was mounted on the front of the trailer.

PALFINGER FHS Series Forklifts

PALFINGER has unveiled the new FHS Series truckmounted forklifts for industrial and construction sites.

The full range of forklifts in the 5,500-lb. capacity class is available in four configurations: STANDARD, STANDARD REACH, 4-WAY AND 4-WAY REACH, as well as with 10-ft. or 12-ft. masts. During use, the patented reach system extends the forks to the centerline of the trailer, while the mast remains firmly against the side of the truck or trailer. This allows the operator to lift full capacity loads at maximum reach while retaining the ability to tilt and side shift at all times. The FHS 55 4-Way Reach is a solution for complex, same side loading and unloading situations. The reach system allows the operator to lift full capacity loads from across the truck or trailer, while the steering can be switched to the front wheels to allow sideways driving.

BKT RIDEMAX FL 615

BKT has developed the RIDEMAX FL 615 radial flotation tire is designed for free rolling wheels of trailers, tankers and spreaders. RIDEMAX FL 615 has a steel-belted structure that provides high puncture resistance along with durability and high load capacity. The rounded shoulder and large footprint area ensure reduced soil compaction making the tire an ideal partner for operations on grassland. In addition, low rolling resistance and top selfcleaning properties round up its distinguishing features making the tire particularly suitable for transport applications with heavy loads and weights. RIDEMAX FL 615 is presently available in size 800/65 R 32.

Maximize productivity by not biting off too much, or too little, material at one time. The new Battle Ax rotor has unique depth gauges that optimize the material feed rate for top efficiency.

Thoroughly process material with the exclusive two-stage cutting chamber featuring an adjustable primary shear bar.

Dynamic Tool Organizers

The Dynamic tool brand has introduced a new line of tool organizers.

The line includes several solutions for storing sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers and other small tools.

The magnetic socket organizer stores sockets in an upright position. Complete with magnetic base, the organizers are available in red for SAE and blue for metric sockets, and they have sizes printed on them for identification and selection. The next product is a socket organizer tray, which features a slim profile design for placement within shallow toolbox drawers. It uses magnets to hold sockets in place and comes with stickers for size labeling sockets. The third product is an aluminum socket organizer rail, which includes clips with spring-loaded bearings to hold up to 20 sockets in place. All three socket organizers are compatible with most regular and deep chrome sockets, as well as impact sockets. Options are available to accommodate 1/4-in., 3/8-in. and 1/2-in. drives in both SAE and metric sizes.

Perkins Lithium-ion Batteries

Perkins engineers are currently developing and field testing 48-volt, 300-volt and 600-volt battery configurations that can be leveraged by OEMs in the construction, industrial, materials handling and agricultural industries. The lithium-ion batteries are a modular design and feature factory-installed telematics to optimize performance and packaging in off-highway applications. They are also being designed for recycling and reuse at the end of life to incorporate sustainability across their entire life cycle. Perkins continues to invest in new engine technologies, including dual label certification for EU Stage V and U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final. By optimizing the entire engine system from the air intake to the end of the exhaust pipe, Perkins has developed a full range of engines from 0.5 to 18 liters and 8.2 to 597 kW (11-800 HP) with an integrated suite of advanced technologies that not only reduce GHG emissions, but also deliver improvements in power density, performance and operation.

JCB Mobile Hydrogen Refueler

JCB has unveiled a mobile hydrogen refueler. The mobile hydrogen refueler provides a way for customers to refuel their machines on site, allowing hydrogen to be taken from on-site tube trailers and distributed to machines via the JCB refueler as they work on the jobsite. Around 97% of construction machines have fuel delivered to them while working on site, according to JCB. This means customers are already accustomed to a transportable fuel, allowing refueling to take place in a matter of minutes. The first hydrogen-powered machine to be unveiled was a JCB backhoe loader, followed a year ago by a Loadall telescopic handler.

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AGRIMAXFACTOR

BKT has launched AGRIMAXFACTOR, the company’s brand-new 70 series for tractors that suits both transport and soil tillage operations.

AGRIMAXFACTOR is a new name for a new tire identity. The product is the company’s response to requests for a bigger tire. The tread design features increased lug length and updated lug orientation and angle for the purpose of providing handling and roadability. Stability plus steering response – even at high speeds and under heavy-duty service – are supported by a strong carcass made of polyester, a material that replaces nylon. In particular, there are six polyester belts and four strong polyester plies providing stability at various speeds.

Rotary Mobile ADAS

Rotary has unveiled a new mobile Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) solution. The new calibration system is powered by TEXA, a company specializing in the design, development and production of multi-brand diagnostic tools, exhaust gas analyzers, air conditioning recharge stations and tele-diagnostic devices. The mobile ADAS solution offers repair service professionals a way to recalibrate cameras, radars, LiDARs and sensors when replacement is required, and additional measures are necessary that affect them. This solution is applicable to replacing the windshield and bumper, repairing suspensions, aligning wheels, changing tires and replacing the engine control unit.

Caterpillar XQP115 Generator

Caterpillar has launched the 115 kVA Cat XQP115 generator set, a new mobile power solution that extends the company’s lineup of mobile power solutions that meet European Union (EU) Stage V emission standards. Caterpillar’s range of small mobile power solutions meeting EU Stage V emission standards are equipped with the XQCP digital control panel, which provides all generator set controls and system indicators in a single interface. They are designed with a dual-wall fuel tank with an open bund that helps to protect the environment by containing spills, while coastal insulation protection (CIP) enables operation in harsh conditions. Impact-absorbing base frames, customer connections isolated from circuit breakers and optional CEE sockets are designed to facilitate transportation, set-up and use. Forklift pockets, dragging points and a lifting arch helps loading, unloading and placement around the worksite. Cat mobile generator sets meeting EU Stage V emission standards can use up to 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), a renewable diesel fuel meeting EN15940.

Zivan CT3.3

Zivan has announced the launch of CT3.3, a new onboard battery charging solution. The CT3.3 serves as a rugged battery charger for onboard installations, in electrically powered machines and vehicles. Designed for non-road mobile machinery, aerial work platform, e-mobility, AGV-AMR and others, Zivan began the CT3.3 development to complement SG3. New features will be introduced with the CT3.3, such as water cooling, increased power density, optional integrated DC-DC converter and input over-voltage protection. The CT3.3 and the SG3 can be installed in a stackable configuration to scale up charging power (3.3 kW, 6.6 kW, 9.9 kW and more) depending on application or specific needs.

Ben Morton, a contractor and owner of Ben Morton Builder who performs residential construction along Maine’s coast, notes that material management and handling is the most expensive factor in residential construction.

To that end, he’s a big fan of the diverse functions of rotating telehandlers. He has two Manitou rotating telehandlers and one traditional telehandler in his fleet.

“Anything I can do to make materials management more efficient is a big win for me,” Morton said. “Getting into a rotating telehandler has the benefit of being three machines in one. Not only does it move materials with forks like a regular telehandler, but it works equally as a crane and also as a man basket.”

That enables the operator to secure and offload the materials while maintaining control of the machine, he added.

The ability to position the machine in a static spot and rotate 360 degrees, easily switch out attachments and operate with a wide variety of attachments makes the machines versatile for jobsites of all shapes and sizes, said Steve Kiskunas, Manitou Group product manager.

“When compared to a traditional telescopic handler, it can take the driving aspect out of the equation when moving material. Minimized movements around jobsites helps reduce the number of moving vehicles and machines around workers. This is a major product advantage on tight urban jobsites, where space to maneuver the machine is limited,” he added.

Addressing the user-friendliness of his fleet’s rotating telehandlers, Morton said he started off with an older one that took quite a bit to figure out how to use it.

“When I got the new one, I understood the platform,” he said. “The new one was a breeze. When one is set up on outriggers, I can teach one of my guys to use the remote in a matter of minutes. In getting them familiar with the entire machine, it definitely takes a few days to a week in in terms of understanding how to set it up.

“You have to know to use it properly. It's not like a regular forklift. You would not want to rent one just for the day. It has a longer learning curve than a normal forklift.”

Morton said he chose Manitou equipment for the interchangeable attachments.

“It’s a huge benefit,” he said.

For example, the forks go on all three machines.

“You need to make sure the plate on the attachment mast is in the system for the machine,” he said. “The machine has to be technically rated for the attachments, which they all aren't.”

While Morton is saving costs by investing in one piece of equipment that performs multiple functions, he’s also saving on labor costs, he said.

“I’m not going to say it replaces people, because my company has actually gotten bigger since I've gotten the machines,” he said. “But it allows the people that I have to be optimized. Instead of just burying materials around, their focus is on cutting and installing materials properly.

“They’re not tired in our store at the end of the day. They're able to focus all their energy into creating instead of carrying stuff. Since I’ve gotten the machines, it’s been nothing but great. To determine the value, you’d have to set up a stopwatch and time how long it takes a guy to carry 50 sheets up to the second floor versus the machine doing it in a minute and then multiply that by how much you're paying the guy per hour.”

Morton said he avails himself of training offered by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) specific to telehandlers.

“That is phenomenal because for me, I had to get trained in all three: a forklift certification, a Mobile Elevating Work Platform certification and crane certified. The NCCCO, which does the crane certification, just came out with a three-in-one course.

“The crane course was almost prohibitively expensive, long and difficult for a carpenter. I’m not a dedicated crane operator — I’m just a guy who operates the machine of the crane occasionally. But the new course combines all three, simplifies them and is making it easier to get certified on these.”

Manitou offers a full line of rotating telehandlers with varying sizes, operating ranges and engine types, including two electric models that run with zero emissions, low noise and reduced total cost of ownership.

Maximum capacities reach as high as 15,432 pounds with height reaches up to 113 feet and 10 inches, and a reach of 91 feet and 10 inches.

Manitou MRT Vision Plus telehandlers are designed to be powerful, safe, precise and versatile handling solutions offering visibility through a panoramic cab with machine accessibility from four sides.

The machines feature a large, ultraintuitive touch screen that works even while wearing gloves. The pressurized cab is designed for a healthy working environment and additional sound insulation.

Each rotating telehandler functions as a telescopic material handler, suspended load handler, and an aerial work platform with a number of compatible attachments, including forks, man baskets, and jib and winch systems.

“With complete 360-degree rotation of the turret, most of the required operations can be executed easily without needing to move the machine,” Kiskunas said.

The MRT Vision Plus also is

equipped with a new radio remote control with integrated display.

“We’re seeing this as extremely beneficial with operators who prefer to work at or near the place where a load is being picked or placed versus viewing it from the cab,” said Kiskunas. “This also makes it even easier for the operator to communicate with their co-workers on the ground.”

Each rotating telehandler is equipped with audible and visual indicators informing the operator in case of overloading or excessive tilt.

“There’s also the ability to set restrictive zones to prevent swinging a certain way if the machine is positioned in a consistent place on a jobsite and there are obstacles to avoid,” said Kiskunas. “You can similarly set height restrictions to avoid overhead obstacles.”

Each Manitou MRT Vision Plus rotating telehandler is able to identify the type of attachment that is equipped, as well as the outrigger position, to provide the operator with proper load charts installed directly into the machine’s load management system.

While rotating telehandlers are suitable for work on all jobsites, they excel in a few areas: more confined urban jobsites, jobsites with varying terrain and obstacles and jobsites where materials need to be lifted to heights that may exceed what is possible with a traditional telescopic telehandler, noted Kiskunas.

“We’ve seen some applications, such as with large-scale homebuilders, where a rotating telehandler can be set in a central position on the jobsite and used to place building materials to all sides of the project,” he said.

Daliborka Ribeiro, JLG director of product management

telehandlers, said that while all telehandlers are versatile, rotating telehandlers can significantly increase productivity and reduce the time it takes to pick and place loads.

“With a rotating telehandler, the machine generally remains stationary, and the operator simply rotates the upper frame to pick-and-place materials, like setting HVAC units into place on rooftops or lifting drywall panels into a high-rise renovation project eight stories up,” she said.

JLG rotating telehandlers are purpose-built for masonry, roofing, demolition, cladding, renovation and tunneling applications and are wellsuited to handle loading and unloading tasks on these types of jobsites, said Ribeiro.

They also are designed to transport and distribute heavy suspended loads on flat, firm surfaces and uneven terrain, she added.

Speaking to their benefits, “along with their rotational capabilities, rotating telehandlers generally provide very high lift height, with most models able to work at heights well above 60 feet,” said Ribeiro.

JLG has three models in its initial rotating telehandler offering: the R11100 has a maximum reach height of 97 feet, while the R1385 can reach 84.5 ft and the R1370 can reach 67 feet.

JLG rotating telehandlers come standard with a mechanical coupler and auxiliary electrics and hydraulics. A hydraulic coupler and dual auxiliary hydraulics are optional, said Ribeiro.

Addressing the user-friendliness of the equipment, Ribeiro said precision lifting and placing features include an inching feature enabling the operator

to run the boom at optimal speed without shifting the transmission into neutral.

Finely-tuned boom controls and soft stop slows the boom as it approaches the end of its stroke for precise lifting and placement of materials, she added.

“A remote boom control feature allows the operator to maneuver the boom from outside the cab when obstructions prevent clear visibility of the work area,” Ribeiro said.

All models also come with an intuitive operator interface and dual joystick proportional controls. The right joystick operates boom lift and lower and attachment tilt. The left joystick controls boom extension and retraction, as well as turntable rotation.

Key features of the JLG rotary telehandlers include continuous rotation of the upper frame, to allow both horizontal and vertical lift and place capabilities and multi-section booms to support higher reach and greater lift capacities.

“Advanced technology and features like LMI to prevent overloading the machine, attachment recognition that automatically loads the appropriate load chart and keeps the operator within the limits of the machine and ClearSky telematics” are another benefit, Ribeiro said.

Ribeiro said rotating telehandlers can reduce a user’s costs of operations, making them a more affordable and attractive solution.

“Rotating telehandlers come at a much lower acquisition cost for the equipment owners compared to the cost of mobile cranes,” she added. “This makes these machines available at an attractive, affordable price point for companies looking to add these machines to their fleet.”

Applied Machinery Sales, which imports and distributes the Merlo telehandler line, offers six rotating telehandler models with lift capacities up to 15,400 pounds and as high as 115 feet.

Merlo designs its outriggers with independent jacking and to be compact to the machine.

“An operator can set the Roto up on

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its stabilizers no matter how tight the jobsite is,” said Susan L. Doyle, company spokesperson.

Additionally, “with today’s jobsite demands and hiring needs, contractors want a machine versatile enough to be able to do many different things and simple enough to not have to rely on one or two designated operators.”

Its versatility through the ability to use different attachments, coupled with high maximum lift heights enables a single Roto telehandler to potentially replace three different machines, said Doyle.

Roto telehandlers are used in a number of different applications, such as carpentry, masonry, oil and gas, steel erection and with arborists.

Speaking to the telehandler’s user-friendliness, Doyle points out all Merlo Roto telehandlers are equipped with multiple technological systems and safety features.

“Merlo designed a very ergonomic cab with numerous decals that very clearly explain what each button does,” she added. “If you attempt to perform a function that the machine decides is unsafe, a prompt will display on the dash with a short but concise message explaining what the operator should do to proceed safely. Most operators can sit in the Merlo cab for the first time, get acclimated quickly and make their first lift within a few short moments.”

Addressing how to best derive an ROI from a telehandler, Doyle suggested considering what equipment is designated for a job and then decide if using a Roto telehandler with a number of attachments could free up those pieces of equipment to be used somewhere else.

“If that is possible — and it usually is — a company now has one machine perform the same tasks that maybe three other pieces of equipment were doing,” she added. “Having a Roto in place then reduces equipment costs for that particular job, thus increasing ROI.”

Magni offers 16 rotating telehandler models with lift heights from 57 feet to 167 feet and lifting capacities from 11,000 to 28,600 pounds. The equipment’s load-limiting technology — when paired with a full LMI system — is designed to ensure the highest level of safety possible.

Magni machines are manufactured with Liebherr Slewing drives, designed to offer smooth and controlled rotation.

The company offers dozens of attachments to allow the machines to perform the work of a telescopic forklift, rough terrain crane, and aerial work platform, among other functions.

“Rotating Telehandlers benefit anyone with a need to lift and set materials, including concrete contractors, framing contractors, steel erectors, masons, and tree removal companies,” said Joseph Leinwol, chief sales officer, Magni North America.

“A Magni rotating telehandler allows the operator to set the machine and remain in place while picking and delivering materials,” he said. “Testing shows that versus traditional methods requiring machines to be constantly moving and repositioning, productivity increases by up to 100 percent.”

By having the machine remain stationary, the site environment is much safer with the opportunity for ‘struck by’ incidents greatly reduced, Leinwol said, adding fuel consumption also decreases by reduced machine movement.

“All Magnis are equipped with a proprietary system that recognizes the specific attachment being used, displays the appropriate load chart digitally, includes a full LMI system, and ensures safety by limiting the load movement to only safe areas,” he said. “This unique system serves to take operator error off the table.”

Leinwol said Magnis are “highly intuitive and super easy to learn and use. Any operator who has operated a traditional telehandler or crane can quickly pick up how to operate a Magni. With more than 300 messages displayed on the high visibility touch screen, the machine helps to guide the operator on exactly what to do.”

An ROI is derived by having a Magni on a project to replace several machines with one, thus offering rental, fuel, transportation and insurance savings, Leinwol said.

“With rotation, you get up to 100 percent increased productivity,” he said. “Framing contractors report the nail guns never stop.”

The remote control makes it possible for one person to do the job of multiple people, greatly reducing human labor hours on the project, he said.

“By having the ability to lift higher, heavier, faster and safer, Magni allows you to drive greater profits,” said Leinwol.

Roto telehandlers are quickly gaining popularity in North America and are widely accepted in various U.S. markets, Doyle said.

Roto telehandlers can fit in spaces where other types of machinery may not and in high density urban markets tend to be a “perfect fit,” she said.

Leinwol noted the increased adaptation of rotating telehandlers, such as that offered by Magni in the U.S. underscores that in a general sense, contractors are always looking for ways to perform their jobs safer and more efficiently.

An established dealer network offering end users service, parts and training also is key to that adaptation.

Kiskunas said when one considers what rotating telehandlers offer holistically, they are essentially three machines in one: a telescopic material handler, suspended load handler and a work platform.

“Between labor shortages and smarter fleet management practices where business owners are adding equipment to their fleet that serves multiple functions for optimal utilization, the North American market

is responding very favorably to these machines,” he added.

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Carol Brzozowski is a freelance writer for Equipment Today.

Adopting 3D CONTROL for Concrete and Asphalt Paving for No Strings Attached Results

Flint, Mich.-based Ajax Paving handles both government highway and demanding private asphalt and concrete paving duties from its headquarters and asphalt jobs from a subsidiary in Fort Myers, Fla.

The company employs 500, and operates aggregates and aggregate, concrete and asphalt mixes in Michigan and aggregates and asphalt plants in Florida. Ajax Paving has been involved in marquee projects, ranging from the repair of the Sanibel Causeway following Hurricane Ian, reconstruction of North Port, Fla. roads to pass the coffee cup challenge, the I-275 near Detroit and the Florida I-75 Mega Project. Ajax Paving has been named a 2021 Best Contractor to Work For by ForConstructionPros. com. The company has taken a leadership position on environmental stewardship, partnering with

Road Forward, the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) net zero carbon emission asphalt initiative.

But the company also leads as an early adopter of 3D paving technology, and has since built a program deploying it strategically over a period of what had been, at the time of our December 2022 debriefing with Ajax Paving 3D Paving Manager Jeff Robinson, more than nine years.

3D paving differs from 2D screed control in that it does not just control the elevation of the screed, but can accomplish variable depth paving, quickly changing the depth of the pavement and even the cross slope if needed, as is the case in a superelevated curve. In this environment, an array of total stations locks onto receivers on pavers, rollers and milling machines through a prism mounted on each machine. 3D paving controls on each machine contain a digital model

of the job, enabling the equipment to deliver on the model automatically including slope, crossfall and even compaction density.

This enables a paving contractor to increase quality and increase margin while shrinking the budget, timeline and employee hours.

Some of the benefits come from automating the interaction between the flow of materials to the site, the paver and the compactor. By getting all of these steps to dovetail, the paving crew can achieve a consistent rate of production which in turn results in smoother pavement with less rework and grinding.

“You want to avoid stops as much as possible and changing speeds is nearly always better than stopping,” Trimble General Manager of Civil and Specialty Solutions Kevin Garcia told ForConstructionPros, describing the process for asphalt paving. “The

screed floats but a stop lets it sink, driving out the air voids with the weight of the screed. Every time you stop, there is a discernable bump in the road. Oftentimes, you will have to come back and grind that bump—bring out the diamond grinder and grind a high spot, particularly if it is next to a low spot. These are incurred costs that you may not have budgeted for and may cause you to exceed your buffer.”

The asphalt compactor’s job would seem simpler than that of the paver, but also benefits from 3D technology to monitor the number of passes, degree of compaction and temperature of the asphalt. Too little compaction and the asphalt will contain air pockets, which lead to premature erosion. Too much

Ajax Paving relies exclusively on 3D paving for concrete and for mission critical asphalt projects.

compaction, as can happen when an operator loses track of the number of passes they have completed and completes more than is necessary in order to be thorough, and they can crush and break down the aggregate in the asphalt. According to Garcia, overcompaction of asphalt also can have a knock-on effect, where the paver pulls further and further ahead of the compactor, which must do its job when asphalt is at the correct temperature. This causes the paver to stop, which again results in uneven spots that must be milled out.

In concrete, 3D paving leaves very little finishing work to be done. 3D concrete technology can typically control the pan of the machine to a certain elevation and steer the machine to align with the model. This engineers out the string, which is a barrier to operating equipment on the site, and yields results that can help meet conditions required for a smoothness bonus. It is still important for contractors to maintain a uniform delivery schedule for materials with consistent properties from one batch to the next to ensure continuous flow and results. Consistent batch to batch properties is important. State department of transportation (DOT) guidance says paver vibrators should be operated between 5,000-8,000 rpm and should run without stops.

3D paving controls on machines contain digital models of jobs, enabling equipment to deliver on the model automatically, including slope, crossfall and compaction density.

ADOPTING 3D PAVING TECHNOLOGY

“Nine years ago, maybe even 10 years ago, we started out in the machine control and paving world,” Robinson said. “We weren’t sure which way we were going to go between Trimble, Topcon or Leica. We did a demo between the systems, and at the time, concrete paving was not even something we were doing yet. We weren’t even thinking about it. We were doing asphalt. But then Trimble came to us

and asked what we would think about doing some concrete paving—they were doing a beta test. I talked everybody into it at our company and told them we would learn a lot.”

Trimble came on site with Ajax Paving for base testing of the concrete paving and according to Robinson, “Day One, we put stringline up with engineers. On the second day, I didn’t put the stringline up and just told them if it worked on Day One, it better

3D paving differs from 2D screed control in that it does not just control the elevation of the screed, but can accomplish variable depth paving, quickly changing the depth of the pavement and even the cross slope if needed, as is the case in a super-elevated curve.

work on Day Two. From that day on, we have not put stringline up for a concrete paver. The next year, we went from one machine to 14 machines.

Ajax Paving does not use 3D asphalt paving much on highway projects where they are paid by the ton. On these projects, the asphalt is trimmed to grade.

“Most of it is airports, test tracks, NASCAR and things like that,” Robinson said. “It is more specialty things we do with 3D asphalt.”

The process for these demanding projects has changed radically thanks to 3D technology.

“Back in the day, even before me, when you did an airport runway job, we would put stringline up and trim to fine grade,” Robinson said. "Asphalt would come in and paint it black. Concrete would come in and put their own stringline in and there would be conflicts because the grade was too high or too low. Now we don’t have that. Everybody just kind of comes together in harmony.”

FLOW OF DATA TO BACK OFFICE

Data flow should be a two-way street in construction, and just as project requirements go from the field to the back office, data on project and equipment performance can return from the field to drive functions like work in

progress reporting, application for payment, quality management, corporate performance management and more.

Ajax Paving relies on the Trimble SCS900 Site Controller software. Using this application, an engineer in the field can quantify progress and manage machine operations. Performance data and as-built data are stored on the device and can be extracted as a .TXT or .DXF file.

“We are starting, with the 3D paving equipment, to get some of the quantities and other data off of it,” Robinson said. “The concrete paving equipment lets you download the as-built data, and it tells you the elevations and smoothness so you can calculate international roughness index (IRI). We use that quite a bit. We are starting to do a lot more mapping with this data, mapping for quantities. And we are trying to figure out with Trimble how to drive value for this for paving. It is a great tool for the earthworks and the dirt guys. We are still working on it to make it better for the paving world. The mapping

part of it works—you can see where you paved and get some rough quantities. I am going to be seeing if we can correlate the paving with the earthworks data to correlate our trimming with our paving together.”

Trimble technology can also operate a multiple-machine production line including pavers and compactors, for optimal results.

“We know the Trimble technology will correlate machines together,” Robinson said. “I have not thought about machines talking, there may be some value to it. We have tried tracking technologies on our trucks, but because our batch plants are on site, we don’t have very far to move the material.”

FINDING ROI

The Ajax Paving 3D program has taken some capital and effort, and it has been up to Robinson to ensure the juice is worth the squeeze.

“It has been profitable,” Robinson said. “Jobs are built faster and quicker

with less people. I started off with this from nothing, and now, we are one of the best in the nation with 3D concrete paving and asphalt paving. It has been challenging at moments, but we realize a profit because jobs are built faster, quicker, with fewer people. I started out from this with nothing—and it made Ajax Paving what it is—one of the best with 3D concrete and asphalt paving.”

This efficiency can help Ajax Paving win business, as can the simple fact that they are using 3D paving.

“The market is competitive, but material prices are the same for everyone,” Robinson said. “Controlling your yield and getting off the job quicker do help you win business. We are seeing 3D paving required in some RFPs from the big automotive OEMs like Ford, GM, Chrysler and Toyota. We do a lot of the test facilities for the major manufacturers—skid tests, straightaways. There are flatness specifications each manufacturer wants to achieve.”

THE AJAX 3D ARSENAL

Across its two locations, Ajax Paving runs an armada of 3D printers to meet owner requirements.

The company runs a fleet of 24 Gomaco concrete pavers in various sizes, and one Gunner paver.

All of Ajax Paving’s asphalt pavers are CAT AP1055s, which are integrated with Cat Accugrade GPS. Asphalt paving machines are replaced or traded every three years, according to Robinson.

Using this complement of equipment, Ajax Paving can achieve accuracy within a hundredth of an inch for airport projects and has achieved accuracy of about 1 millimeter to meet one test track project specification.

But success is not purchased from the dealer—there are still some skills and good decision making required to achieve optimal results.

DUPLICATING AJAX’S RESULTS

“You have to make sure on an asphalt job that you are using a high-density screed to make sure pavement is 92 percent compacted,” Robinson said. “If it is less compacted, you have rollers trying to achieve accuracy. With concrete we easily achieve that tolerance because it is a one lift application. But it goes both ways. With an airport project, most runways are concrete and asphalt under that. For automotive pavement, it is most often asphalt. But for concrete, we have done alternative bids internally to determine what is the best strategy to get to the desired outcome.

But success has not come overnight for Ajax Paving, and Robinson advises being in 3D paving for the long haul.

“You want to be dedicated, Robinson said. “Have an individual to champion it. Build a staff. Having great owners that believe technology has also been a success factor for us. We started this endeavor and spent millions and millions of dollars, and they never told us no.”

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Buying a unit and financing it works if you have used units to trade-in or sell off to apply the proceeds to the purchase. It also helps if business is strong and generating taxable profits that you would like to avoid.

Consider the Construction Equipment Financing Options Available

The past three years have really upset the equipment market. Supply chain issues basically stalled the delivery of the new equipment you ordered and needed in 2021 and 2022. Some may have showed up, and then again, probably many did not. And I have to bet many of you suffered sticker shock when the final price tag was created.

What happened next was no surprise. The used equipment market came on the scene with skyrocketing prices for just about any used equipment in running condition. Not a bad situation if you had excess units in your fleet that you could covert to more cash than expected.

But no matter how you look at it, there are contractors and rental

companies needing to upgrade their fleets with either new or late model used equipment. Many of you reading this are probably in this situation; figuring out what you may need, what you can sell off or trade-in, deciding if you can “pay the price” for the utility value of the equipment needed to complete your project. Kind of a sticky situation to be in.

Let’s look at the financing options you have available. Hopefully, you can find a couple that will not cripple your cash flow or the ability to take on new work.

Financing today is a big deal because we have not had to deal with the interest rates we are now facing. Me, I like to base financing decisions on the importance of the units being

purchased and the availability of the equipment I need in the markets I work in. I really hate to take on a fixed debt payment that lasts 60-72 months if I can avoid it. I also hate to take on long-term leases, which are basically the same as a note purchase agreement with perhaps less benefits than buying a unit and financing it. In the end, what is required is a careful analysis of your cash flow, free cash flow, tax position (do you expect taxable income or not) and your relationship with your bank in terms of your bank covenants. Depending on your financial condition, there may be financing options that better match up with what you can handle.

What options do we have? Here are some potential choices:

We can buy it and finance it over 60-72 months.

You can lease it with a residual value option at the end of the lease.

You can rent it and avoid all the costs of ownership and operation.

You can enter a rent-to-buy program that allows you to demo the machine and then buy, by having some rent payments applied to cost of the unit.

With interest rates in the 7% + range these days, it pays to try to get the seller to buy down your rate and reduce the impact on cash flow.

Because you do not want to overdo it by purchasing too much equipment in a short period of time, you may want to refurb used units in house, or look for used units for sale that you can refurb.

Each option has an impact on cash flow, collateral value, tax expense, gross margins and your covenant calculations. As I said, in this environment, you have to carefully think this through in terms of how many ACTUAL HOURS the machine will be used on jobsites; not sitting on the jobsite, but actually working on the jobsite. If you cannot tell me what that number is expected to be for the next three years, maybe you should not be considering a five- or six-year commitment to finance.

Buying a unit and financing it works if you have used units to tradein or sell off to apply the proceeds to the purchase. It also helps if business is strong and generating taxable profits that you would like to avoid.

For example:

If I sold a lot of used units and have tax recapture to consider, I may want to purchase and take advantage of bonus depreciation and Section 179 deductions.

If I have a history of producing taxable profits using a purchase to have Uncle Sam help pay for the unit and deferring the tax.

If I have no bank issues, where adding to my fixed payments or increasing my debt will cause a problem.

Purchase for $100,000. Tax writeoff of $80,000 reducing taxes by $28,000 give or take.

I am comfortable that I will have at least 75% time utilization in the field with this unit.

That $100,000 unit will have an annual debt service of approximately $24,000 a year.

Add on your cost to operate the unit and that 24% of the unit cost increases to 30%.

To stay on track, you need to measure both the time and dollar utilization of the unit (like rental companies do). You need to bill $30,000 a year for that $100,000 unit to cover debt service and maintenance.

That’s a lot to think about.

Leasing is somewhat similar to the purchase because you have a long-term commitment, usually an up-front payment and a residual option of at least $25,000 for a $100,000 purchase:

It is another fixed payment. I used $100,000 again as the purchase price.

The residual is a positive because if you don’t like the machine, you can return it and not pay the remaining $25,000.

If you have a capital lease (pay off basically 100% of the purchase price), you may be eligible for the bonus and 179.

The lease will be considered a longterm commitment going forward. So, if you have bank issues, you may want to reconsider the lease if you think the lease payments are not considered long-term obligations. There are many ways to structure a lease transaction and thus manipulate your payment plan.

Rent-To-Own

I like it. You get to try out the unit and then decide if you want to buy it. And if you buy it, you get the “purchase benefits” outlined above. The rental rates will be somewhat higher than a pure rental transaction but are 100% expensed for tax purposes. In most cases, these rates are offered by equipment dealers representing the major brands.

On the downside, the material costs to operate the unit remain with the seller. But if you damage it, you will have to pay the repair bill.

Renting

The cost of ownership and the cost to operate mainly remain with the lessor. You can use it a day, a week, a month or any extended period.

Work out an annual rate sheet at beginning of year.

If it breaks, they fix it or replace it. You need to provide a certificate of insurance covering the value of the unit (same for rent-to-own).

When you need it, they may not have it. You have to have contact with multiple suppliers.

The least risk to cash flow and bank covenants.

If you damage it, you will pay. Less staff required to move or repair equipment.

Other Options

Those are not the only options available to you and your business. For example, you could share equipment with other contractors, or you could sub out work where expensive machines are required.

If I use a unit valued at $100,000, the total amounts paid for principal and interest are not materially different, unless you buy down the interest rate or push out payments into the residual payment. This is because residual payment leases allow you to keep your cash until the final payment is made or not made, if you turn in the unit.

In my mind, you do not want to put yourself into financial hardship to do your work when you have other options available.

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Garry Bartecki is managing member of GB Financial Services LLP and a consultant to the Independent Equipment Dealers Association.

In the end, what is required is a careful analysis of cash ow and tax position.”

-Garry Bartecki

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