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MOBA continues to develop its novel MDS-2000 drilling system. This package has already proven itself in use for blast hole drilling in many operations and can now be used to record the orientation of the machine with GNSS antennae and the height using laser reference. With telesupport, MOBA also offers fast service through an Internet connection. By recording the machine orientation using two GNSS antennae, the torsion on the machine can be determined with very high accuracy and included in the calculation

Manitou Group’s two skid steer divisions, Gehl and Mustang, will launch versions of the same 1,815kg capacity skid steer at Bauma. The Gehl V400 and Mustang 4000V are said to be the world’s most powerful skid steers, with a vertical lift height of 3,647mm. The machines use a 74kW (99hp) engine and develop a 40.7kN breakout force.

With an operating weight of 83.8 – 86tonnes, Hitachi’s giant ZX870LCH-5 excavator is said to be built to operate on the most demanding job sites, such as large-scale construction projects and in busy quarries. The model incorporates the HIOS IIIB hydraulic system, said to allow for faster operation with lower fuel consumption and increased front speed. The ZX870LCH-5 is claimed to have 6% more productivity in H/P mode compared to the previous Zaxis model. Swing torque is also said to have increased by 9% an

Though keeping exact specification under wraps until the show, Manitou will unveil the first three models in a revised MT line-up of telescopic handlers. The Stage IIIB machines will offer lift heights of 8-30m, and will focus on ease of use for the operator.

French excavator and loader manufacturer Mecalac will launch its MCR6 compact excavator at Bauma. The machine, seen in prototype form at last year’s Intermat show, has a travel speed of up to 10km/h and can be used as both a skid steer loader and an excavator. Built at a new site in Turkey, the MCR6 weighs in at 6 tonnes and is powered by a 55kW (75hp) engine. In excavator mode the machine has a maximum tearout force of 2,400daN and a breakout force of 3,900daN.

Haver & Boecker is expanding its screen range with the addition of the Ty-Wire hybrid screen deck and of ultrasound screen decks. Ty-Wire hybrid screens use wire that is covered in polyurethane, providing a greater open area than a standard PU screen but with a lifetime that can be 4-6 times longer.

Mecalac is expanding its telescopic handler offering with the introduction of a line of four-wheel steer telescopic machines. The AT series will initially consist of two machines the AT900 and the AT1050, both using what Mecalac calls Z plus kinematics to provide strong breakout forces with a parallel lift. The AT900 weighs 6,554kg and can be used with 0.9-1.5m3 capacity buckets. The larger AT1050 has been designed to work with 1.05-1.6m3 buckets and offers slightly high breakout forces and dump height.

Liebherr’s compact L506C and L508C wheeled loaders both have a very low overall height, aiding stability and versatility when working in congested site conditions. Weighing 5,180kg and 5,600kg respectively the two loaders offer tipping loads of 3,450kg and 3,850kg. The L506C is powered by a 45kW (61hp) engine and comes with a 0.8m3 bucket, while the L508C uses a 49kW (67hp) motor and a 1.0m3 bucket. Both machines have a comfortable cab with plenty of glass, for good all-round visibility. The lifting cylinde

A major launch from Guntert & Zimmermann is of its sophisticated equipment guidance and operation network (EGON), an advanced Plus+1 operator control system. The package is said to incorporate user friendly operator features and state of the art network controllers. The EGON system is similar to the control packages available with rival pavers, and is said to be easy and quick to use.

LiuGong is following up its introduction of its first E series excavator, the 922E, with a whole new range. The top-of-the-line model is the its 945E, which competes in the 45tonne class, features a 2.2m3 bucket and is powered by a Cummins diesel delivering 298kW. Also due are the 30tonne class 930E and 25tonne class 925E, which share similar features. The E-Series excavators are offered with the LiuGong Intelligent Power Control System (IPC), which provides more accurate matching and control over engine sp

JCB has added to its compact equipment range with the SD580 single drum roller, the SE10-35 forward vibratory plate and the DE35-42 reversible plate. The single drum roller, which is available with or without a dedicated trailer for road towing, weighs 185kg and delivers a centrifugal force of 10kN. It is powered by a Honda GX160 petrol engine, while a GX120 motor is used to power the forward vibratory plate. The SE10-35 has a plate width of 350mm and weighs in at 73kg. The larger DE35-42 reversible plate u

Liebherr has added a second model to its articulated hauler range with the TA240. The 40 tonne capacity truck has a 27m3 body and a 6x6 driveline. Power comes from a 16.2 litre Stage IIIB Liebherr V8 diesel engine delivering 350kW (476hp). This enables the truck to reach maximum speeds of up to 57km/h. A high performance retarder helps to bring the truck to a halt and can be preselected, with both the engine brake and the retarder working as soon as the driver lifts their foot from the throttle pedal. Wet,

JCB is adding to its waste handling range with the launch of the JS20MH materials handler and the 4CXWM wastemaster backhoe loader. The 20 tonne JS20MH is the firm’s first dedicated materials handler for the waste and recycling industries. Based on the JS160W Wastemaster wheeled excavator, the JS20MH uses a new undercarriage and chassis design with a central slew turret delivering increased stability. Powered by a 97kW (130hp) JCB Dieselmax engine the machine has a 5.7m straight boom with either a 4m goosen