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Deutz has announced its solutions to forthcoming engine emissions regulations and will use Intermat to showcase its entire engine portfolio equipped with D-Vert (Deutz Variable Emission Reduction Technology) components to meet Stage IV/Tier 4 regulations.

A new range of reflectorless total stations has been developed by Topcon. Called the ES series, the new models also feature TSshield – a Topcon Group innovation using a multi-function telematics-based communication module that locates the instrument.

Sokkia’s CX total stations are said to represent a new industry standard for performance and security.

RTP-300 is Topcon’s new high-speed road surface profiling machine that can collect surface data at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) and creates an exact model of the existing surface.

Topcon’s RL-SV2S is a new multi-task dual slope self-levelling laser for general construction and civil engineering projects.

Topcon has written an upgrade to its 3D-MC machine control software, called v10.0 for 3D-MC and it is now available to download.

SK Solutions claims its Navigator technology incorporates the world’s most advanced universal 3D anti-collision software, preventing potentially lethal accidents on construction sites.

Topcon Europe has introduced a new series of affordable lasers and levels under its new 2LS brand to bridge the gap between do-it-yourself lasers and industrial quality lasers and surveying instruments used on large construction and civil engineering projects.

New Holland will be showing INTERMAT 2012 visitors its new Smart Fleet telematics system, which will be available from June.

JCB will be showing its LiveLink telematics system, which is now fitted as standard on 80% of its products sold across Europe.

Ascorel’s latest weighing systems for equipment such as wheeled loaders are now available with new temperature sensors for improved accuracy and quicker results when operating in extreme conditions.

CIFA is unveiling a new product for shotcrete at INTERMAT. The CST 8.20 is a compact machine designed for use in tunnels up to 10m in height and for mining applications.

JCB has added the high-capacity 550-80 Loadall to its telescopic handler line. The 550-80 is JCB’s highest capacity Loadall and it has been specifically designed for bulk handling operations in heavier duty applications such as loading duties with a bucket and materials recycling and waste handling operations.

Peri is unveiling its new UP MDS shoring tower to all markets outside France at INTERMAT 2012. The shoring tower is equipped with working platforms hanging from the handrails, providing a high level of security during the erection and dismantling phases, and a significantly reduced exposure to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). The working platform sets an automatic working position 1m below the handrail and follows the top of the tower. The system improves productivity by optimising weight (total weight of