INTERMAT 2024

Ammann is offering an innovation in the shape of its ARW 65-S walk-behind Roller, which features articulated steering. This make allows the user to guide the machine more accurately forward, backward, and laterally.

The new S version has a pivoting mechanism , unlike the prior version which only enables forward and reverse movements. With the S version, the machine can also be moved to the right and left using the control handle.

Fayat subsidiary SAE is offering a novel cold mix system that is said to offer extra versatility for asphalt plants. The system is said to be adaptable for any plant installation, as long as there is sufficient room.

A spokesperson for the firm said, “It can be implemented on any asphalt plant from any manufacturer and that has any software.” The unit can allow a conventional asphalt plant to produce a quality cold mix, but at a much lower cost than a dedicated cold mix plant. The spokesperson said, “It’s a very compact design and fits inside a standard shipping container.”

Marini’s efficient EvoDryer system is said to offer high efficiency and high quality for asphalt batching applications. The drum is now longer and the burner has been redesigned to ensure performance is maximised.

A key feature of the reconfigured design is with the reduction of blue smoke from the pugmill and discharge areas. This is now collected and filtered to minimise emissions.

In the rapidly developing energy sector, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are not just an innovation but a necessity. Recognising the transformative potential of BESS, Volvo Penta has acquired a minority stake in UtilityInnovation Group (UIG) to enable the development of resilient and reliable BESS solutions.

Hexagon’s acquisition of UK firm Xwatch Safety Solutions is a strategic move that expands its portfolio. Xwatch has been a pioneer in the field of construction machine safety systems with its XW series, which has features such as height control, slew control, and rated capacity indication (RCI).

Reduced emissions represent a key development for Ammann's asphalt plant technology. The firm’s advanced VRD filtration system from Ammann is able to remove a significant level of emissions, as well as being self-cleaning.

The Ammann VOC Reduction Device (VRD) reduces volatile organic compounds (VOCs), odours and other organic carbon emissions. It is the first technology on the market able to self-clean; no filter replacements are needed.